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What is the power of Indian army?
With strength of over 1.4 million active personnel, it is the world’s second-largest military force and has the world’s largest volunteer army. It also has the third-largest defence budget in the world.
Who has largest army in the world?
China
In 2021, China had the largest armed forces in the world by active duty military personnel, with about 2.19 active soldiers. India, the United States, North Korea, and Russia rounded out the top five largest armies respectively, each with over one million active military personnel.
What is the full form of Afspa?
Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA), 1958 is an act of the Parliament of India that grants special powers to the Indian Armed Forces to maintain public order in “disturbed areas”.
What are the 7 commands of Indian army?
The Indian Army is organised into 7 commands with 6 operational commands and one training command. These are Western Command, Eastern Command, Northern Command, Southern Command, South Western Command, Training Command, Central Command.
Who has the smallest army in the world?
Vatican City
Known as Vatican City, Holy See is the world’s smallest country. Covering just 0.2 square miles, the tiny sovereign state has the smallest military force to match, otherwise known as the Pontifical Swiss Guard or Papal Swiss Guard. The population of the landlocked city-state is 825 including 135 Swiss Guards.
What is the motto of the Indian Army?
service before self
Indian Army Day 2020: Motto The motto of the Indian Army is ‘service before self’ and its mission is to ensure national security and national unity, defend the nation from external aggression and internal threats, and maintain peace and security within its borders.
When did Afspa imposed Manipur?
The act was enforced in the whole of Punjab and Chandigarh on 15 October 1983. The terms of the act broadly remained the same as that of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (Assam and Manipur) of 1972 except for two sections, which provided additional powers to the armed forces.