'Commodore', is one of the ranks of the Indian ________.

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NPCIL Stipendiary Trainee (Category-II) Official Paper (Held On: 11 Jun 2019)

Answer 1

The correct answer is Navy.

Key Points

Commodore is a rank in the Indian Navy.
It is a one-star rank and is equivalent to the rank of Brigadier in the Indian Army and Air Commodore in the Indian Air Force.
A Commodore typically commands a flotilla or squadron of ships or holds senior staff appointments.
The rank insignia for a Commodore consists of a single broad stripe on the shoulder board.
The position is just below the rank of Rear Admiral and above the rank of Captain in the Indian Navy.

Additional Information

Indian Navy: The maritime branch of the Indian Armed Forces, responsible for safeguarding the nation's maritime borders.
Ranks in the Indian Navy: The hierarchy includes Admiral, Vice Admiral, Rear Admiral, Commodore, Captain, Commander, Lieutenant Commander, Lieutenant, and Sub Lieutenant.
Naval Operations: The Indian Navy conducts various operations including coastal defense, anti-piracy missions, humanitarian assistance, and disaster relief.
INS Vikramaditya: A key asset of the Indian Navy, this aircraft carrier enhances the operational capabilities of the naval fleet.
Project 75: An initiative to build six Scorpene-class submarines to bolster the Indian Navy's underwater capabilities.