Indian Army Lance Naik/Acting Lance-Daffadar Syllabus
The Indian Army Lance Naik/Acting Lance-Daffadar exam tests a candidate’s proficiency in various subjects relevant to their role in the military. Below is a comprehensive syllabus that covers the key areas of knowledge and skills required for the exam:
1. General Knowledge
- History: Major events in Indian history, the freedom struggle, significant leaders, and important historical landmarks.
- Geography: Physical geography of India, important rivers, mountains, climate, and natural resources.
- Indian Polity: Basic structure of the Indian Constitution, fundamental rights and duties, political system, and governance.
- Economy: Overview of the Indian economy, agricultural and industrial sectors, economic planning, and important economic terms.
- Current Affairs: National and international current events, recent developments in defense, sports, awards, and honors.
- Indian Culture: Important aspects of Indian culture, including art, music, dance, literature, and festivals.
2. Mathematics
- Arithmetic: Basic arithmetic operations, fractions, decimals, percentages, profit & loss, and simple interest.
- Algebra: Basic algebraic identities, equations, and polynomials.
- Geometry: Basic concepts of geometry, including lines, angles, triangles, circles, and quadrilaterals.
- Mensuration: Calculation of area, perimeter, surface area, and volume of various geometric shapes.
- Trigonometry: Basic trigonometric ratios, identities, and their applications.
- Data Interpretation: Analysis and interpretation of data from charts, tables, and graphs.
3. General Science
- Physics: Basic principles of physics, including motion, force, energy, and properties of matter.
- Chemistry: Basic chemical concepts, including the structure of atoms, elements, compounds, and chemical reactions.
- Biology: Basic concepts of human biology, plant biology, diseases, nutrition, and health.
- Environmental Science: Concepts of ecology, conservation, pollution, and environmental sustainability.
4. English Language
- Grammar: Basic grammar, including parts of speech, tenses, articles, prepositions, and conjunctions.
- Vocabulary: Word meanings, synonyms, antonyms, idioms, and phrases.
- Comprehension: Reading and understanding passages, answering questions based on the passages.
- Sentence Formation: Sentence completion, correction, and rearrangement.
5. Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability
- Verbal Reasoning: Analogies, classification, series completion, coding-decoding, and syllogisms.
- Non-Verbal Reasoning: Pattern recognition, sequence identification, mirror images, and figure completion.
- Analytical Reasoning: Problem-solving, decision-making, cause and effect relationships, and logical deductions.
- Puzzles: Solving puzzles related to seating arrangements, blood relations, and other logical challenges.
6. Military Knowledge (Specific to Lance Naik/Acting Lance-Daffadar Role)
- Rank Structure: Understanding the hierarchy and rank structure within the Indian Army.
- Regimental Knowledge: Basic knowledge of regimental history, customs, traditions, and their significance.
- Weaponry and Equipment: Familiarity with basic weapons, ammunition, and equipment used in the Indian Army.
- Tactical Knowledge: Basic understanding of military tactics, formations, and battlefield strategies.
- Drill and Command: Basic principles of drill, command techniques, and military discipline.
7. Physical Fitness
- Physical Standards: Meeting the height, chest, and weight standards as prescribed.
- Physical Endurance: Testing endurance through activities like running, push-ups, sit-ups, and other physical exercises.
- Medical Examination: Ensuring overall fitness through medical checks including vision, hearing, and general health.
8. Computer Knowledge (if applicable)
- Basics of Computers: Understanding the basic functioning of computers, including hardware and software.
- MS Office: Familiarity with MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint.
- Internet: Basic knowledge of internet usage, email, and online communication.
- Cyber Security: Awareness of cybersecurity principles and practices to protect information.
Preparation Tips:
- Consistent Study: Regular study sessions focusing on all subjects to ensure balanced preparation.
- Physical Training: Regular physical exercise to meet the physical fitness standards.
- Practice Tests: Attempt mock tests and previous years’ question papers to gauge exam readiness.
- Stay Updated: Keep up with current affairs and recent developments, especially related to defense.
