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What are the key challenges associated with gender integration in the armed forces? Bring out its implications for operational effectiveness and military cohesion.

Topic: Various Security forces and agencies and their mandate Q6. What are the key challenges associated with gender integration in the armed forces? Bring out its implications for operational effectiveness and military cohesion. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question Recent judicial interventions and policy changes regarding women in armed forces have …

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Govt. to increase reservation for Agniveers in CAPFs to 50%

Source:  TH Subject:  Government Scheme Context: The Union Home Ministry has notified an increase in reservation for ex-Agniveers in Group-C posts of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) from 10% to 50%, starting with the Border Security Force (BSF). About Govt. to increase reservation for Agniveers in CAPFs to 50%: What it is? The Ministry of …

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“Jointness without joint command structures remains an illusion”. Explain the rationale behind theatre command reforms, discuss the major obstacles in their implementation, and suggest measures to ensure balanced inter-service coordination.

Topic: Security challenges and their management in border areas Q6. “Jointness without joint command structures remains an illusion”. Explain the rationale behind theatre command reforms, discuss the major obstacles in their implementation, and suggest measures to ensure balanced inter-service coordination. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question: India’s ongoing efforts to establish …

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Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025

Source:  BS Context: Defence Minister released the Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025 in New Delhi. Effective from November 1, 2025, the new manual aims to simplify revenue procurement procedures worth nearly ₹1 lakh crore annually. About Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025: What it is? The Defence Procurement Manual 2025 is a comprehensive guideline for revenue …

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Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025

Source:  News on Air Context: Ministry of Defence approved Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025, replacing the 2009 manual to accelerate revenue procurement and promote Aatmanirbharta. About Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025: What it is? A policy document guiding all revenue procurement of goods/services for Armed Forces & MoD organisations, worth ~₹1 lakh crore annually. Updated …

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What are the major limitations of India’s current capital acquisition system for defence? How do these affect force readiness?

Topic: Security challenges and their management Q6. What are the major limitations of India’s current capital acquisition system for defence? How do these affect force readiness? (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question Ongoing delays in defence procurement and underutilisation of capital budgets have raised concerns over India’s military readiness and the …

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Kargil Vijay Diwas

Source:  LM Context: India commemorates the 26th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas (26 July) to honour the Indian Armed Forces’ heroic victory in the 1999 Kargil War against Pakistani intruders. About Kargil Vijay Diwas: What is Kargil Vijay Diwas? Observed annually on 26 July, it marks the successful culmination of Operation Vijay when India reclaimed …

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Positive indigenisation list:

GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Government policies and issues arising out of their implementation.   Context: Recently, the Ministry of Defence has released the third positive indigenisation list of 101 items, comprising major equipment/platforms. The ‘First Negative Indigenisation’ List comprising 101 items was notified in August 2020. The Second Indigenisation list was notified in June …

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What is the negative imports list for defence?

GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.   the negative imports list for defence? Context: The Government has brought in few changes in its negative imports list policy. This includes: The armed forces will now be able to import …

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