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Which motto is associated with the Indian Air Force?
Which motto is associated with the Indian Air Force?
What is the rank equivalent to a Colonel in the Indian Navy?
What is the rank equivalent to a Colonel in the Indian Navy?
On which date is Army Day celebrated in India?
On which date is Army Day celebrated in India?
Who is the Chief of the Indian Navy?
Who is the Chief of the Indian Navy?
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Which rank is directly below Brigadier in the Indian Army?
Which rank is directly below Brigadier in the Indian Army?
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Study Notes
Overview of the Indian Armed Forces
- Responsible for defending India, overseen by the Government of India.
- The President serves as the Supreme Commander of the Indian Armed Forces.
- The Ministry of Defence formulates policies and allocates resources for the Armed Forces.
- Comprises three main branches: Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force.
The Indian Army
- Motto: Seva Parmo Dharma (Service Before Self).
- Celebration: Army Day is observed on 15 January each year.
- Leadership: Chief of Army Staff holds the rank of General.
The Indian Navy
- Motto: Sam no Varunah (Be auspicious unto us Oh Varuna).
- Celebration: Navy Day is celebrated on 4 December annually.
- Leadership: Chief of the Naval Staff is the Admiral.
The Indian Air Force
- Motto: Nabhah Sprisham Deeptam (Touch the Sky with Glory).
- Celebration: Air Force Day falls on 8 October.
- Leadership: Chief of the Indian Air Force is the Air Chief Marshal.
Commissioned Ranks in the Indian Armed Forces
- Army: Ranks include General, Lieutenant General, Major General, Brigadier, Colonel, Lieutenant Colonel, Major, Captain, and Lieutenant.
- Navy: Corresponding ranks are Admiral, Vice Admiral, Rear Admiral, Commodore, Captain, Commander, Lieutenant Commander, Lieutenant, and Sub-Lieutenant.
- Air Force: Equivalent ranks include Air Chief Marshal, Air Marshal, Air Vice Marshal, Air Commodore, Group Captain, Wing Commander, Squadron Leader, Flight Lieutenant, and Flying Officer.
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Explore the structure and roles of the Indian Armed Forces in this quiz. Learn about the different divisions, including the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force, along with key facts and responsibilities of the Ministry of Defence. Test your knowledge on India's defence service.
