Q. Which one of the following statements about the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of India is correct?
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[A] The CDS is a constitutional post created under Article 312 of the Indian Constitution

[B] The CDS commands all three services: Army, Navy, and Air Force directly

[C] The CDS acts as the permanent Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff Committee

[D] The CDS is only responsible for ceremonial duties and not strategic affairs

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation – The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) serves as the permanent Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff Committee (COSC), which includes the chiefs of the Army, Navy, and Air Force as members.

Source: The Hindu

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