Army Structure & Ranks — Set 3
Defence GK · सेना संरचना और रैंक · Questions 21–30 of 160
COAS stands for:
Correct Answer: A. Chief of Army Staff
COAS stands for Chief of Army Staff, who is the head of the Indian Army. The COAS holds the rank of General and is responsible for all operations, administration, and policy of the Indian Army. The COAS is appointed by the President of India. Currently, the COAS also reports to the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS).
Where is the Regimental Centre of the Gorkha Rifles located?
Correct Answer: C. Subathu
The Regimental Centre of several Gorkha Rifle regiments including the 1st, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Gorkha Rifles is located at Subathu, Himachal Pradesh. The Gorkha regiments are renowned for their bravery and fighting spirit. The Gurkhas are soldiers of Nepali origin serving in the Indian Army.
What is the Vir Chakra awarded for?
Correct Answer: B. Acts of gallantry in the presence of enemy
Vir Chakra (VC) is the third highest wartime gallantry award of India. It is awarded for acts of gallantry in the presence of the enemy, whether on land, at sea, or in the air. It was instituted on January 26, 1950. It ranks after Param Vir Chakra and Maha Vir Chakra.
The operation to capture Siachen Glacier was called:
Correct Answer: B. Operation Meghdoot
Operation Meghdoot was launched on April 13, 1984, when Indian Army troops, primarily from the Kumaon Regiment, were airlifted to occupy strategic positions in the Siachen Glacier. This made Siachen the world's highest battlefield. The operation ensured India's control over the Saltoro Ridge. It is still ongoing, making it one of the world's longest military deployments.
Which unit of the Indian Army is responsible for counter-terrorism operations?
Correct Answer: C. PARA (SF)
PARA (Special Forces), also known as Para SF, is the special forces unit of the Indian Army responsible for counter-terrorism, unconventional warfare, and special operations. It is part of the Parachute Regiment. The selection process is extremely rigorous. It has conducted numerous successful covert operations including the surgical strikes in 2016.
The Battle of Longewala was fought during which war?
Correct Answer: C. 1971 Indo-Pak War
The Battle of Longewala was fought during the 1971 Indo-Pakistani War in the Rajasthan sector. A company of the Punjab Regiment held off a Pakistani armoured brigade with infantry. Air support from the Indian Air Force was decisive in routing the Pakistani force. The battle was immortalised in the Bollywood film 'Border'.
How many stars does a Lieutenant General wear on his uniform?
Correct Answer: B. Three
A Lieutenant General in the Indian Army wears three stars along with a crossed sword and baton on the epaulette. The ranks in ascending order are: Brigadier (one star), Major General (two stars), Lieutenant General (three stars), and General (four stars). Field Marshal wears five stars.
The Eastern Command of the Indian Army is headquartered at:
Correct Answer: C. Kolkata
The Eastern Command of the Indian Army is headquartered at Fort William, Kolkata. It is responsible for the eastern and northeastern borders of India. It covers states like West Bengal, Assam, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Meghalaya, and Arunachal Pradesh. It faces both China and Myanmar borders.
Who was the COAS during the Kargil War of 1999?
Correct Answer: B. General V.P. Malik
General V.P. Malik was the Chief of Army Staff during the Kargil War of 1999. He is famous for his quote 'We will fight with whatever we have' when asked about India's military preparedness for the Kargil conflict. Under his leadership, the Indian Army successfully evicted Pakistani-backed infiltrators from the Kargil heights.
The Rajput Regiment is headquartered at:
Correct Answer: B. Fatehgarh
The Rajput Regiment is headquartered at Fatehgarh, Uttar Pradesh. It was raised in 1778 and is one of the oldest and most decorated regiments of the Indian Army. The regiment's motto is 'Sarvatra Vijay' (Victory Everywhere). It has won numerous gallantry awards including Param Vir Chakras.