Army Structure & Ranks — Set 5
Defence GK · सेना संरचना और रैंक · Questions 41–50 of 160
Which is the highest infantry training establishment of the Indian Army?
Correct Answer: B. Infantry School, Mhow
The Infantry School at Mhow (Military Headquarters of War), Madhya Pradesh, is the premier training institution for Infantry. It trains officers and soldiers in infantry tactics, weapons, and operations. The Army War College, also at Mhow, trains senior officers in higher leadership. Both are important military educational institutions.
The Corps of Engineers in the Indian Army is also known as:
Correct Answer: A. The Sappers
The Corps of Engineers in the Indian Army is also known as 'The Sappers'. They are responsible for engineering support, bridging, road construction, demolitions, and combat engineering. The three Sapper groups are Bengal Sappers (Roorkee), Madras Sappers (Bengaluru), and Bombay Sappers (Kirkee). They have a long and distinguished history.
Who was the first Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of India?
Correct Answer: A. Bipin Rawat
General Bipin Rawat was appointed as India's first Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) on January 1, 2020. He had earlier served as Chief of Army Staff (COAS). He tragically died in a helicopter crash on December 8, 2021. General Anil Chauhan was subsequently appointed as the second CDS.
The 1965 Indo-Pakistan War ended with which agreement?
Correct Answer: B. Tashkent Agreement
The 1965 Indo-Pakistan War ended with the Tashkent Agreement, signed on January 10, 1966, by Indian PM Lal Bahadur Shastri and Pakistani President Ayub Khan, mediated by Soviet Premier Alexei Kosygin. Both sides agreed to withdraw to pre-war positions. PM Shastri died the same night the agreement was signed.
The Armoured Corps of the Indian Army is headquartered at:
Correct Answer: B. Ahmednagar
The Armoured Corps Centre and School is headquartered at Ahmednagar, Maharashtra. It is responsible for training armoured and mechanised forces. The Indian Army's armoured fleet includes tanks like T-90 Bhishma, T-72 Ajeya, and Arjun. Ahmednagar is the hub of armour training and doctrine development.
The rank of 'Sepoy' in the Indian Army is equivalent to:
Correct Answer: B. Private soldier
The rank of Sepoy is the lowest rank in the Indian Army, equivalent to a Private soldier in most other armies. Above Sepoy is Lance Naik, followed by Naik, Havildar, Naib Subedar (JCO), Subedar (JCO), and Subedar Major (JCO). The rank structure reflects the hierarchy from soldier to officer.
Which major Indian Army operation was conducted in Sri Lanka?
Correct Answer: A. Operation Pawan
Operation Pawan was conducted by the Indian Peace Keeping Force (IPKF) in Sri Lanka from 1987 to 1990. The IPKF was deployed to implement the Indo-Sri Lanka Accord and disarm the LTTE. The operation involved intense urban and jungle warfare. India suffered significant casualties before withdrawing in 1990.
Operation Cactus was an Indian Army operation conducted in:
Correct Answer: B. Maldives
Operation Cactus was conducted in the Maldives in November 1988 when Indian armed forces, including Para commandos, were airlifted to thwart a coup attempt against President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom. The operation was a swift success and restored the legitimate government. It demonstrated India's ability to project power rapidly in the Indian Ocean region.
Where is the Army's College of Military Engineering located?
Correct Answer: A. Pune
The College of Military Engineering (CME) is located in Pune, Maharashtra. It trains officers and soldiers of the Corps of Engineers in military engineering subjects. The institution has a long and distinguished history in engineering education. It also offers degree programs in engineering to military officers.
Tiger Hill in Kargil was recaptured by which regiment?
Correct Answer: B. 18 Grenadiers
Tiger Hill was recaptured by 18 Grenadiers in the early hours of July 4, 1999, during the Kargil War. The assault was led by Colonel Khushal Thakur. The capture of Tiger Hill was a turning point in the Kargil War. Grenadier Yogendra Singh Yadav, who was awarded the Param Vir Chakra, played a heroic role in the assault.