The Gajraj Corps (IV Corps) of the Indian Army, under the Red Horns Division, conducted a motivational weapon display for over 550 National Cadet Corps cadets during the Combined Annual Training Camp (CATC-42) at JNV, Nalbari, Assam.

About Gajraj Corps

• Gajraj Corps, officially known as the IV Corps, is one of the operational corps of the Indian Army.
• It was raised in 1962 during the Sino-Indian War to strengthen India’s eastern frontier.
• It is headquartered at Tezpur, Assam and functions under the Eastern Command of the Indian Army.
• It is responsible for safeguarding the Kameng Sector along the India–China border in Arunachal Pradesh.
• The Corps plays a crucial role in border management, counter-insurgency operations, disaster response and humanitarian assistance in the Northeast.

What was the Event About?

• The Army showcased modern infantry weapons, small arms and military equipment currently used by the Armed Forces.
• Soldiers explained the technical features, operational use and maintenance of these systems.
• The initiative aimed to promote patriotism, discipline, leadership and awareness about military service among National Cadet Corps cadets.

About the National Cadet Corps

• The National Cadet Corps (NCC) operates under the Ministry of Defence.
• It is a Tri-Service Organisation comprising the Army, Navy and Air Force, engaged in grooming youth into disciplined and patriotic citizens.
• It was established under the National Cadet Corps Act, 1948 (Act XXXI of 1948).
• The NCC is headed by the Director General (DG NCC), who is generally an Army officer of the rank of Lieutenant General.
• The NCC Headquarters is located in New Delhi.
• It is a voluntary organisation that enrolls students from schools, colleges and universities across India.
• Cadets receive basic training in drill, weapon handling, adventure activities, leadership, community service and military orientation.
• Holders of NCC ‘C’ Certificate receive certain benefits, bonus marks, and concessions in recruitment to the Armed Forces and other government services.
• The motto of NCC is “Unity and Discipline.”
• Its aim is to develop character, comradeship, leadership, discipline, secular outlook, spirit of adventure and ideals of selfless service among the youth of the country.
• NCC Day is observed on the fourth Sunday of November.
• The NCC flag consists of three colours representing the Army (red), Navy (dark blue) and Air Force (light blue).
• The NCC is one of the largest uniformed youth organisations in the world.

Exam Hook – Prelims Question

Consider the following statements regarding the Gajraj Corps:

1. It is also known as the IV Corps of the Indian Army.
2. It is headquartered at Tezpur in Assam.
3. It functions under the Western Command of the Indian Army.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

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

Answer: (a)

One-Line Wrap

Gajraj Corps is a strategically important formation of the Indian Army responsible for safeguarding India’s eastern frontier and enhancing security along the Arunachal Pradesh sector of the India–China border.