Indian Navy and NCC Quiz

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Questions and Answers

Which command is NOT correctly paired with its headquarters?

Southern Command - Pune

Western Command - Chandimandir

Central Command - New Delhi (correct)

Eastern Command - Kolkata

What is the rank of the officer who commands the Indian Navy?

Field Marshal

Admiral (correct)

Lieutenant General

General

What is the primary objective of the Indian Navy?

To conduct overseas military operations.

To provide disaster relief to neighboring countries.

To secure the nation's maritime borders. (correct)

To engage in international trade.

Approximately how much coastline does India have?

6,000 km Signup and view all the answers

Where is the Integrated Headquarters of the Ministry of Defence (Navy) located?

New Delhi Signup and view all the answers

Which of these commands does not have its headquarters in a major city?

Northern Command Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a submarine type operated by the Indian Navy, as of 2018?

Nuclear-powered attack submarine Signup and view all the answers

Aside from securing maritime borders, what other factor is impacted by the seas surrounding India?

Trade and commerce Signup and view all the answers

On what date did the National Cadet Corps (NCC) come into existence?

July 15, 1948 Signup and view all the answers

What is the motto of the National Cadet Corps (NCC)?

Unity and Discipline Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the aim of the National Cadet Corps (NCC)?

To promote character building, leadership, and patriotism Signup and view all the answers

What is a major emphasis in the National Cadet Corps' (NCC) training methodology?

Practical training, outdoor training, and community engagement Signup and view all the answers

What significant change did the NCC introduce in response to the 'Third Millennia'?

Introducing a New Training Philosophy to align with societal changes Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary function of the feedback from all the Directorates, regarding the syllabus?

To finalise the new syllabus and make it more relevant Signup and view all the answers

Why was the NCC syllabus revised?

To remove the commonalities in existing school/college curriculum and make it cadet-friendly Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of including a 'summary' at the end of each chapter in the National Cadet Corps (NCC) handbook?

To aid in better assimilation and increase interest among cadets Signup and view all the answers

Which entry scheme grants a Permanent Commission (PC) through the Army Cadet College Wing?

Army Cadet College Wing Signup and view all the answers

What qualifications are required for the National Defence Academy (NDA) entry for the Air Force/Navy?

12th Class with Physics and Mathematics. Signup and view all the answers

How many times a year are vacancies announced for the National Defence Academy (NDA)?

Twice a year. Signup and view all the answers

Where is the training for the National Defence Academy (NDA) conducted?

NDA, Khadakwasla, Pune. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following entries offers a Short Service Commission (SSC)?

Non-Tech (Both Men & Women). Signup and view all the answers

What is the age criteria for candidates applying to the National Defence Academy (NDA)?

16 ½ to 19½ years. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following entry schemes requires candidates to apply online through the UPSC website?

National Defence Academy (NDA). Signup and view all the answers

For which entries is the Short Service Commission (SSC) available to both men and women?

Non-Tech, Tech, NCC special, and Law Graduate entries Signup and view all the answers

Which agency is primarily responsible for providing 24/7 security to the Prime Minister of India, including ex-Prime Ministers and their families?

Special Protection Group (SPG) Signup and view all the answers

At which airport is a National Security Guard (NSG) team permanently stationed, ready for rapid deployment?

Palam Airport Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the primary mission of the Indian Army?

Ensuring national security and defense of India from external threats Signup and view all the answers

What kind of security and training is the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) personnel proficient in?

Law and order, military tactics, jungle warfare, counter-insurgency, and internal security Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a Central Investigative and Intelligence Agency mentioned?

Border Security Force (BSF) Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical response time for the NSG stationed in Delhi to deploy?

30 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the additional responsibilities that the NSG has been increasingly tasked with?

Protection of VIPs Signup and view all the answers

Which agency primarily deals with the security of India's borders with Nepal and Bhutan?

Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum age limit for an engineer applying for the Permanent Commission (PC SL) if they have served at least 10 years?

45 years Signup and view all the answers

An unmarried JCO with 12 years of service is applying for the Permanent Commission (PC SL). What is a likely month he would face his SSB?

September Signup and view all the answers

How long is the total duration of training for a candidate selected for the Permanent Commission (PC SL)?

Four years Signup and view all the answers

What is the required minimum education for a Special Commissioned Officer (SCO) candidate?

Matric and a diploma or higher Signup and view all the answers

When are the SCO vacancies typically made available?

Twice a year (April and July) Signup and view all the answers

For the Special Commissioned Officer (SCO) course, what is a likely month a candidate would face SSB for the July course?

November Signup and view all the answers

Where do SCO candidates receive their initial 8 weeks of training?

AEC Centre & College, Pachmarhi Signup and view all the answers

Which of these options are required for all course qualifications?

Married or unmarried Signup and view all the answers

What does a spur refer to in geography?

A piece of high ground jutting into lower ground. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a defile?

A natural or artificial feature causing troop contraction. Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the angle formed by a line connecting two points relative to true North?

Bearing Signup and view all the answers

What is a benchmark in surveying?

A permanent mark indicating height for future reference. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of contours on a map?

To connect all points of equal height above sea level. Signup and view all the answers

What does magnetic variation refer to?

The difference between True North and Magnetic North. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately defines the term gradient?

The slope of a hill expressed as a fraction. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term horizontal equivalent measure?

The distance on a map between adjacent contour lines. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

National Cadet Corps (NCC)

The NCC came into existence on 15 July 1948.
NCC activities and values are nationwide, in schools and colleges.
Millions of young people are involved.
NCC promotes unity and discipline and patriotism to the youth.
It aims for character-building and leadership.

NCC Cadet's Handbook

The handbook is specifically for the Army.
It covers specialized subjects of national unity and discipline.
A new training philosophy has been adopted to reflect changes in society.
The updated syllabus was implemented in May 2019.
The syllabus was revised to focus on cadet's needs and help them learn efficiently.
The study team worked diligently to finalize the handbook.

Acknowledgements

The advisory panel members are listed.
The study team members are listed.
The members from the consultative support team are listed.
The secretarial support team members are listed.

Block Syllabus

The specialized subjects, including Armed Forces, Map Reading, Field Craft & Battle Craft, Military History, and Communication, are detailed with course periods (First and Second Year) and total periods.
Armed Forces - periods: 03, 03 = 06
Map Reading - periods: 09, 09 = 18
Field Craft & Battle Craft - periods: 18, 09= 27
Military History - periods: 00, 06= 06
Communication - periods: 10, 10= 20
Total periods of all subjects: 70

Index

The index lists the page numbers for each subject.
Armed Forces (01-20)
Map Reading (21-33)
Field Craft & Battle Craft (34-52)
Military History (53-60)
Communication (61-68)

Index (Further Detail)

Detailed list of chapters provided for Armed Forces, Map Reading, Field Craft and Battle Craft, Military History and Communication with lessons included.

Armed Forces - Chapter topics

Army, Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF)
Modes of Entrance into Army, Police, and CAPF
Introduction to Map Reading

Field Craft & Battle Craft

Introduction to Field Craft
Indication of Landmarks
Observation, Camouflage and Concealment
Use of Ground and Movement
Section Formations
Knots, Lashing and Stretchers

Military History

Biographies of Renowned Generals
War Heroes: Param Veer Chakra Awardees
War Movies

Communication

Introduction to Communication and Latest Trends

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