Which one of the following is/are correctly matched in terms of equivalent rank in the three services of Indian Defence forces?

Which one of the following is/are correctly matched in terms of equivalent rank in the three services of Indian Defence forces?

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

(a) 1 and 4
(b) 1 and 3
(c) 1, 2 and 4
(d) 3 only

Correct Answer: (d) 3 only

Explanation:

• Brigadier in the Army is equivalent to Air Commodore in the Airforce and Commodore in the Navy, not Commander.
• Major General in the Army is equivalent to Air Vice Marshal in the Airforce and Rear Admiral in the Navy, not Vice Admiral.
• Major in the Army is equivalent to Squadron Leader in the Airforce and Lieutenant Commander in the Navy.
• Lieutenant Colonel in the Army is equivalent to Wing Commander in the Airforce and Commander in the Navy, not Group Captain.
  Possible Sources: Official ranks and designations of the Indian Defence Forces.