{"id":36568,"date":"2025-08-03T09:21:38","date_gmt":"2025-08-03T03:51:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=36568"},"modified":"2025-08-03T09:21:39","modified_gmt":"2025-08-03T03:51:39","slug":"vice-chief-of-army-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/vice-chief-of-army-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Vice Chief of Army 2025: Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh Appointed with Special Forces Legacy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/vice-chief-of-army-2025\/#Vice_Chief_of_Army_2025_Lt_Gen_Pushpendra_Singh_a_Special_Forces_veteran_takes_charge_as_Indias_new_VCOAS_Know_his_biography_career_highlights_key_military_operations_and_exam-relevant_details\" >Vice Chief of Army 2025: Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh, a Special Forces veteran, takes charge as India&#8217;s new VCOAS. Know his biography, career highlights, key military operations, and exam-relevant details.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/vice-chief-of-army-2025\/#Lt%E2%80%AFGen_Pushpendra_Singh_Takes_Charge_as_Vice%E2%80%91Chief_of_Army_Staff\" >Lt\u202fGen Pushpendra&nbsp;Singh Takes Charge as Vice\u2011Chief of Army Staff<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/vice-chief-of-army-2025\/#Appointment_Announcement\" >Appointment Announcement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/vice-chief-of-army-2025\/#Distinguished_Career_Path\" >Distinguished Career Path<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/vice-chief-of-army-2025\/#Operational_Expertise_Commands\" >Operational Expertise &amp; Commands<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/vice-chief-of-army-2025\/#Academic_Strategic_Training\" >Academic &amp; Strategic Training<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/vice-chief-of-army-2025\/#Recognitions_Legacy\" >Recognitions &amp; Legacy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/vice-chief-of-army-2025\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >Why This News Is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/vice-chief-of-army-2025\/#Strategic_Significance_for_Defence_Exams\" >Strategic Significance for Defence Exams<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/vice-chief-of-army-2025\/#Exam-Relevant_Themes_Institutional_Insight\" >Exam-Relevant Themes &amp; Institutional Insight<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/vice-chief-of-army-2025\/#Prepares_for_Analytical_Questions\" >Prepares for Analytical Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/vice-chief-of-army-2025\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/vice-chief-of-army-2025\/#Role_of_Vice_Chief_of_Army_Staff\" >Role of Vice Chief of Army Staff<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/vice-chief-of-army-2025\/#Predecessors_Timeline\" >Predecessor\u2019s Timeline<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/vice-chief-of-army-2025\/#Career_Path_Trends\" >Career Path Trends<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/vice-chief-of-army-2025\/#Key_Takeaways_from_This_News\" >Key Takeaways from This News<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/vice-chief-of-army-2025\/#%E2%80%9CLt_Gen_Pushpendra_Singh_Assumes_Charge_as_VCOAS%E2%80%9D\" >&#8220;Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh Assumes Charge as VCOAS&#8221;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/vice-chief-of-army-2025\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/vice-chief-of-army-2025\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vice_Chief_of_Army_2025_Lt_Gen_Pushpendra_Singh_a_Special_Forces_veteran_takes_charge_as_Indias_new_VCOAS_Know_his_biography_career_highlights_key_military_operations_and_exam-relevant_details\"><\/span><strong>Vice Chief of Army 2025<\/strong>: Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh, a Special Forces veteran, takes charge as India&#8217;s new VCOAS. Know his biography, career highlights, key military operations, and exam-relevant details.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lt%E2%80%AFGen_Pushpendra_Singh_Takes_Charge_as_Vice%E2%80%91Chief_of_Army_Staff\"><\/span>Lt\u202fGen Pushpendra&nbsp;Singh Takes Charge as Vice\u2011Chief of Army Staff<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Appointment_Announcement\"><\/span>Appointment Announcement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lieutenant General <strong>Pushpendra Singh<\/strong> officially assumed the role of Vice Chief of the Army Staff (VCOAS) on <strong>31 July 2025<\/strong>, succeeding Lt\u202fGen N.\u202fS. Raja Subramani His appointment was formally announced via a Press Information Bureau (PIB) release and covered widely in national media <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Distinguished_Career_Path\"><\/span>Distinguished Career Path<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Commissioned into the elite <strong>4 Para (Special Forces)<\/strong> in December 1987, Singh brings over <strong>38 years of service<\/strong> to his new postAn alumnus of <strong>La Martiniere College, Lucknow<\/strong>, <strong>Lucknow University<\/strong>, and the <strong>Indian Military Academy<\/strong>, Dehradun, Singh\u2019s educational pedigree complements his extensive military background <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Operational_Expertise_Commands\"><\/span>Operational Expertise &amp; Commands<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over his remarkable career, Singh has served in core operations like <strong>Operation Pawan<\/strong>, <strong>Meghdoot<\/strong>, <strong>Rakshak<\/strong>, <strong>Orchid<\/strong>, and <strong>Snow Leopard<\/strong>, often commanding units along sensitive borders like Kashmir and the LAC He held key leadership roles including commanding a <strong>Special Forces Unit<\/strong>, an <strong>Infantry Brigade<\/strong>, a <strong>Mountain Division<\/strong>, and later a <strong>Corps<\/strong> based in Himachal Pradesh, overseeing Jammu, Samba, and Pathankot regions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Academic_Strategic_Training\"><\/span>Academic &amp; Strategic Training<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lt\u202fGen Singh attended strategic courses including the <strong>Staff Course at DSSC Wellington<\/strong>, <strong>Higher Defence Management Course at CDM Secunderabad<\/strong>, and <strong>Advanced Professional Programme in Public Administration at IIPA<\/strong> He holds a <strong>Master in Management Studies<\/strong> from Osmania University and an <strong>MPhil<\/strong> from Punjab University<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recognitions_Legacy\"><\/span>Recognitions &amp; Legacy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His exemplary service has been honoured with the <strong>Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM)<\/strong> and a <strong>Bar to the Sena Medal<\/strong>  Coming from a military family, Singh\u2019s father served as Lt\u202fCol Kunwar Narendra Pal Singh, further enhancing his legacy <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Vice-Chief-of-Army-2025\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/currentaffairs.adda247.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/multisite\/sites\/5\/2025\/08\/01102806\/Lt-Gen-Pushpendra-Singh-to-Take-Charge-as-the-Next-Vice-Chief-of-Army-Staff.jpg\" alt=\"Vice Chief of Army 2025\" title=\"Vice Chief of Army 2025\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Vice Chief of Army 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News Is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strategic_Significance_for_Defence_Exams\"><\/span>Strategic Significance for Defence Exams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Leadership continuity at top army levels<\/strong> is essential context for government exam aspirants, especially for defense services positions. Understanding the background of senior officers like the VCOAS helps candidates stay updated on India\u2019s defence leadership structure and decision-making hierarchy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exam-Relevant_Themes_Institutional_Insight\"><\/span>Exam-Relevant Themes &amp; Institutional Insight<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This article includes operations such as <strong>Pawan<\/strong>, <strong>Meghdoot<\/strong>, <strong>Rakshak<\/strong>, and <strong>Snow Leopard<\/strong>, which frequently appear in exam questions related to India&#8217;s strategic and military geography. It also highlights institutional elements like <strong>Indian Military Academy<\/strong>, <strong>Strategic Courses<\/strong>, and leadership roles, which align with syllabus topics in Defence, Civil Services, and National Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prepares_for_Analytical_Questions\"><\/span>Prepares for Analytical Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">News of leadership changes often triggers essay writing or analysis topics such as \u201cImportance of logistics and operational readiness in Indian Army leadership.\u201d Lt\u202fGen Singh\u2019s logistics background as former <strong>Director General Operational Logistics &amp; Strategic Movement<\/strong> exemplifies key qualities to highlight in such answers <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Role_of_Vice_Chief_of_Army_Staff\"><\/span>Role of Vice Chief of Army Staff<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Vice Chief of Army Staff<\/strong> is the second-highest ranking officer in the Indian Army. This position supports the Chief of Army Staff in strategic decision-making, planning, and administration. Past VCOAS appointments reflect changing defence priorities from operational command to modernisation and capability development <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Predecessors_Timeline\"><\/span>Predecessor\u2019s Timeline<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lieutenant General <strong>N.\u202fS. Raja Subramani<\/strong> assumed charge as VCOAS <strong>on 1 July 2024<\/strong> and served until <strong>31 July 2025<\/strong>. Singh succeeded him directly in this transition, marking the usual <strong>one-year tenure<\/strong> for the post <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Career_Path_Trends\"><\/span>Career Path Trends<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Historically, VCOAS appointments often draw from officers with both <strong>operational command<\/strong> and <strong>logistics expertise<\/strong>, reflecting India\u2019s evolving security landscape. Lt\u202fGen Singh\u2019s mixture of active operations and strategic logistics fits this established progression model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_This_News\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from This News<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CLt_Gen_Pushpendra_Singh_Assumes_Charge_as_VCOAS%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>&#8220;Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh Assumes Charge as VCOAS&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Lt\u202fGen Pushpendra Singh became Vice Chief of Army Staff on <strong>31 July 2025<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>He succeeds <strong>Lt\u202fGen N.\u202fS. Raja Subramani<\/strong>, whose tenure spanned from <strong>1 July 2024 to 31 July 2025<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Singh was commissioned into <strong>4 Para (Special Forces)<\/strong> in <strong>December 1987<\/strong> and served in multiple key operations.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>His academic credentials include degrees from <strong>La Martiniere, Lucknow University<\/strong>, IMA Dehradun, along with strategic courses from DSSC, CDM, and IIPA.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>Awarded <strong>Ati Vishisht Seva Medal<\/strong> and <strong>Bar to the Sena Medal<\/strong> for his distinguished service.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Vice Chief of Army 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q1. Who is the current Vice Chief of the Army Staff (VCOAS) of India as of August 2025?<\/strong><br>A: Lieutenant General Pushpendra Singh took charge on 31 July 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q2. Which regiment was Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh commissioned into?<\/strong><br>A: He was commissioned into the <strong>4 Para (Special Forces)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q3. Which key military operations has Lt Gen Singh participated in?<\/strong><br>A: Operations include <strong>Pawan, Meghdoot, Rakshak, Orchid<\/strong>, and <strong>Snow Leopard<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q4. What are some of the educational institutions associated with Lt Gen Singh?<\/strong><br>A: <strong>La Martiniere College<\/strong>, <strong>Lucknow University<\/strong>, <strong>Indian Military Academy<\/strong>, and <strong>Osmania University<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q5. What major awards has Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh received during his career?<\/strong><br>A: He has received the <strong>Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM)<\/strong> and a <strong>Bar to the Sena Medal<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q6. Who did Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh succeed as Vice Chief of Army Staff?<\/strong><br>A: He succeeded <strong>Lt Gen N. S. Raja Subramani<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q7. Why is the Vice Chief of Army Staff position important in India\u2019s military hierarchy?<\/strong><br>A: It is the <strong>second-highest position<\/strong> in the Indian Army and plays a vital role in operational planning and logistics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q8. What is the function of Operational Logistics &amp; Strategic Movement in the Indian Army?<\/strong><br>A: It oversees troop movements, war logistics, and operational readiness, essential for rapid mobilization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q9. What exam categories should cover this news update?<\/strong><br>A: Relevant for <strong>Defence Exams<\/strong>, <strong>Civil Services (Pre &amp; Mains)<\/strong>, <strong>CAPF<\/strong>, <strong>CDS<\/strong>, <strong>NDA<\/strong>, and <strong>general awareness sections<\/strong> of banking, railways, and SSC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q10. 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