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2) Appointment of a chief of defence staff (CDS), would constitute the most significant defence policy reform in decades for India. Comment.(250 words)
- August 19, 2019
- Posted by: InsightsIAS
- Category: INSIGHTS
Topic: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.
2) Appointment of a chief of defence staff (CDS), would constitute the most significant defence policy reform in decades for India. Comment.(250 words)
Why this question:
In his Independence Day address, Prime Minister announced the creation of the post of Chief of Defence Staff.
Key demand of the question:
Answer must evaluate the significance of such an appointment and in what way it can bring significant change in the Defence wings of the country.
Directive:
Comment– here we have to express our knowledge and understanding of the issue and form an overall opinion thereupon.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Define who is a CDS – The CDS is a high military office that oversees and coordinates the working of the three Services.
Body:
Discuss about the CDS, roles and functions of such an office – CDS shall provide “effective leadership at the top level” to the three wings of the armed forces, and to help improve coordination among them.
It offers seamless tri-service views and single-point advice to the Executive (in India’s case, to the Prime Minister) on long-term defence planning and management, including manpower, equipment and strategy, and above all, “jointsmanship” in operations.
Explain in depth the case of having a CDS for the country.
Conclusion:
Conclude with significance.
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