The first Joint Commanders’ Conference (JCC) was held from September 4-5, 2024

Current Context: The first Joint Commanders’ Conference (JCC) was held from September 4-5, 2024, at the Headquarters Central Command in Lucknow.

• Themed “Sashakt aur Surakshit Bharat: Transforming the Armed Forces,” the conference aimed to address the evolving security landscape and the need for modernization and integration within the Indian Armed Forces.
• Key highlights included:
• Inauguration by Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan: He emphasized the importance of jointness and integration among the services to adapt to future warfare.
• Focus on Modernization: Discussions centered on enhancing operational preparedness and leveraging technology to achieve self-reliance in defense.
• Participation of Senior Leadership: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and top military officials engaged in detailed deliberations on strategic autonomy and defense preparedness.

Question:

1 What was the theme of the first Joint Commanders' Conference (JCC) held at the Headquarters Central Command in Lucknow?

• A) "Aatmanirbhar Bharat: Future-Ready Armed Forces"
• B) "Sashakt aur Surakshit Bharat: Transforming the Armed Forces"
• C) "Modernization for a Safer India"
• D) "Jointness and Integration for a Stronger India"

Answer: B) The theme of the conference was "Sashakt aur Surakshit Bharat: Transforming the Armed Forces," emphasizing the goal of a strong and secure India by modernizing and transforming the Indian Armed Forces.