Q.3 The Government’s decision to create the post of a Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), a long-pending demand to bring in tri-service synergy and integration, is touted as one of the biggest top-level military reforms since independence. Highlighting the role of the CDS, evaluate the challenges ahead. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/blogs/toi-edit-page/the-challenges-ahead-for-general-chauhan-a-former-colleague-of-indias-new-cds-details-the-task-of-getting-the-armed-services-future-ready/ https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/editorial/evolving-chair-the-hindu-editorial-on-the-chief-of-defence-staff-post/article65951471.ece In the introduction, talk about the government’s decision to create the post of a CDS and the major objectives behind it. In the body, first, mention the duties and functions of the CDS. Next, talk about the challenges lying ahead for the newly appointed CDS. Conclude with a way forward.