Does BSF have Regiment?
BSF is the only Central Armed Police force to have its own Air Wing and artillery regiment, and besides ITBP to have a Water Wing. All these specialized wings support the General Duty Battalions in their operations. The establishment of each battalion is 1,158 personnel.
Which state has maximum soldiers in Indian Army?
A total of 1,567,390 ex- servicemen are registered with the Indian Army, the majority of them hailing from: Uttar Pradesh (271,928), Punjab (191,702), Haryana (165,702), Maharashtra (143,951), Kerala (127,920), Tamil Nadu (103,156), Rajasthan (100,592) and Himachal Pradesh (78,321).
What is the role of the BSF?
The BSF raised in 1965 with the specific purpose of manning the Indian border as the ‘First Line of Defence’ against infiltration, smuggling and military assault, can hardly be said to comprise an enviable job.
What is the disclaimer on the BSF website?
DISCLAIMER : BSF is committed to the highest standard of quality information and every attempt has been made to present up to date and accurate information. However BSF gives no warranty as to the accuracy of the information on this web site and accepts no liability for any loss, damage or inconvenience caused as a result on such information.
When was the first defence notification issued in India?
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE NOTIFICATION New Delhi, the 27 November, 1954 MINISTRY OF DEFENCE NOTIFICATION New Delhi, the 27thNovember, 1954 S.R.O. 484.
Who can administer the enlistment process in the Army?
If it is not administered, it may be administered by a magistrate or a recruiting officer or an assistant recruiting officer commanding the station. NOTES 1. AR 9(2) prescribes the persons, in addition to the commanding officers who can attest enrolled persons. 2. See AA. ss. 16 and 17 and notes thereto.