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Which of the following is/are correctly matched in terms of equivalent rank in the three services of Indian Defence forces?
| Army | Airforce | Navy |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Brigadier | Air Commodore | Commander |
| 2. Major General | Air Vice Marshal | Vice Admiral |
| 3. Major | Squadron Leader | Lieutenant Commander |
| 4. Lieutenant Colonel | Group Captain | Captain |
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Detailed Explanation:
Correct Answer: ✅ D. 3 only
Equivalent ranks in the Army, Air Force, and Navy must match the same level of command and responsibility. Among the given pairs, only Major – Squadron Leader – Lieutenant Commander are equivalent ranks.
❌ Pair 1 is Incorrect: Brigadier = Air Commodore = Commodore, not Commander.
❌ Pair 2 is Incorrect: Major General = Air Vice Marshal = Rear Admiral, not Vice Admiral.
✅ Pair 3 is Correct: Major = Squadron Leader = Lieutenant Commander.
❌ Pair 4 is Incorrect: Lieutenant Colonel = Wing Commander = Commander. Group Captain and Captain are equivalent to Colonel.
Short Notes: Equivalent Ranks in Indian Armed Forces
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Field Marshal = Admiral of the Fleet = Marshal of the Air Force.
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General = Admiral = Air Chief Marshal.
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Lieutenant General = Vice Admiral = Air Marshal.
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Major General = Rear Admiral = Air Vice Marshal.
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Brigadier = Commodore = Air Commodore.
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Colonel = Captain (Navy) = Group Captain.
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Lieutenant Colonel = Commander = Wing Commander.
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Major = Lieutenant Commander = Squadron Leader.
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