Who was the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Who was the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army?

A. General S. F. Rodrigues

B. General J. N. Chaudhuri

C. Field Marshal K. M. Cariappa

D. General S. M. Srinagesh

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

General K. M. Cariappa became the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army on 15 January 1949, succeeding General Sir Roy Bucher.

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