India's first Chief of Defence Service (CDS) Gen. Bipin Rawat belonged to which of the following districts?

The correct answer is Pauri.

Key Points

• General Bipin Rawat was born on 16 March 1958 in the district of Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand.
• He served as the first Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of India, a position created to bring better coordination between the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force.
• Gen. Bipin Rawat belonged to a family with a long history of serving in the Indian Army; his father, Lt. Gen. Laxman Singh Rawat, was a veteran of the force.
• Before becoming CDS, he served as the 27th Chief of Army Staff of the Indian Army from 31 December 2016 to 31 December 2019.

Additional Information

• Chief of Defence Staff (CDS)
  • The CDS is a high-ranking military officer who oversees and coordinates the operations of the three branches of the Indian Armed Forces.
  • The position was established in December 2019 as part of reforms to improve India's military efficiency and jointness.
  • The CDS serves as the principal military advisor to the Defence Minister and heads the Department of Military Affairs.
  • The CDS also acts as the permanent Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff Committee (COSC).
• Uttarakhand
  • Uttarakhand, formerly known as Uttaranchal, is a state in northern India.
  • The state is known for its scenic beauty and is often referred to as "Devbhumi" (Land of the Gods) due to its numerous Hindu temples and pilgrimage centers.
  • It was carved out of the state of Uttar Pradesh on 9 November 2000.
  • Uttarakhand shares international borders with China (Tibet) to the north and Nepal to the east.
• Indian Army
  • The Indian Army is the land-based branch and the largest component of the Indian Armed Forces.
  • It was established on 1 April 1895 and has played a crucial role in India's history, participating in several wars and conflicts.
  • The primary mission of the Indian Army 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.
  • The Indian Army is known for its high standards of discipline, valor, and commitment.