{"id":41263,"date":"2025-11-03T15:38:47","date_gmt":"2025-11-03T10:08:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=41263"},"modified":"2025-11-03T15:38:49","modified_gmt":"2025-11-03T10:08:49","slug":"financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Financial Advisor Defence Services Appointment 2025 \u2013 Raj Kumar Arora IDAS Profile &amp; Role Explained"},"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\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#Financial_Advisor_Defence_Services_Appointment_2025_Raj_Kumar_Arora_a_1990-batch_IDAS_officer_has_taken_charge_as_Financial_Advisor_Defence_Services_Learn_about_his_career_responsibilities_and_why_this_appointment_is_vital_for_UPSC_SSC_and_Defence_exam_preparation\" >Financial Advisor Defence Services Appointment 2025: Raj Kumar Arora, a 1990-batch IDAS officer, has taken charge as Financial Advisor (Defence Services). Learn about his career, responsibilities, and why this appointment is vital for UPSC, SSC, and Defence exam preparation.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#Beginning_of_Tenure_and_Key_Assignments\" >Beginning of Tenure and Key Assignments<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#Career_Milestones_and_Responsibilities\" >Career Milestones and Responsibilities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#Significance_of_the_Role_and_Expected_Impact\" >Significance of the Role and Expected Impact<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >Why This News Is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#Relevance_to_Defence_Governance\" >Relevance to Defence &amp; Governance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#Implications_for_Exams_Current_Affairs\" >Implications for Exams &amp; Current Affairs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#Broader_Governance_Perspective\" >Broader Governance Perspective<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#Key_Takeaways_from_Raj_Kumar_Aroras_Appointment\" >Key Takeaways from Raj Kumar Arora\u2019s Appointment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#FAQs_%E2%80%94_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs \u2014 Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#1_Who_is_Raj_Kumar_Arora\" >1. Who is Raj Kumar Arora?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#2_What_are_the_key_responsibilities_of_the_Financial_Advisor_Defence_Services\" >2. What are the key responsibilities of the Financial Advisor (Defence Services)?<\/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\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#3_What_was_Raj_Kumar_Aroras_previous_role_before_this_appointment\" >3. What was Raj Kumar Arora\u2019s previous role before this appointment?<\/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\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#4_What_is_the_role_of_the_Indian_Defence_Accounts_Service_IDAS\" >4. What is the role of the Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#5_Why_is_this_appointment_significant_for_government_exam_aspirants\" >5. Why is this appointment significant for government exam aspirants?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#6_What_is_the_connection_between_CGDA_and_the_Ministry_of_Defence\" >6. What is the connection between CGDA and the Ministry of Defence?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#7_Which_government_initiative_has_increased_focus_on_defence_indigenisation\" >7. Which government initiative has increased focus on defence indigenisation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#8_What_are_some_major_reforms_in_defence_finance_in_recent_years\" >8. What are some major reforms in defence finance in recent years?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#9_How_do_such_appointments_contribute_to_national_security_management\" >9. How do such appointments contribute to national security management?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\/#10_Which_exams_can_include_this_news_topic\" >10. Which exams can include this news topic?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-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=\"Financial_Advisor_Defence_Services_Appointment_2025_Raj_Kumar_Arora_a_1990-batch_IDAS_officer_has_taken_charge_as_Financial_Advisor_Defence_Services_Learn_about_his_career_responsibilities_and_why_this_appointment_is_vital_for_UPSC_SSC_and_Defence_exam_preparation\"><\/span><strong>Financial Advisor Defence Services Appointment 2025:<\/strong> Raj Kumar Arora, a 1990-batch IDAS officer, has taken charge as Financial Advisor (Defence Services). Learn about his career, responsibilities, and why this appointment is vital for UPSC, SSC, and Defence exam preparation.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Beginning_of_Tenure_and_Key_Assignments\"><\/span>Beginning of Tenure and Key Assignments<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On 1st November 2025, Shri Raj Kumar Arora, a 1990-batch officer of the Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS), assumed charge as the Financial Advisor (Defence Services) (FADS) \u2014 one of the most crucial financial posts in the Indian defence ecosystem. <br>In his new role, he brings decades of experience spanning defence finance, budgeting, audit, procurement oversight and policy-making. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Career_Milestones_and_Responsibilities\"><\/span>Career Milestones and Responsibilities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before this appointment, Arora served as the Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA), heading the Defence Accounts Department which performs auditing, accounting and financial advisory duties across the armed forces. <br>He has held positions such as Additional Secretary at the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), Finance Manager (Air) within the Acquisition Wing of the Ministry of Defence, Director in the Ministry of Finance, Member (Finance) of the now-erstwhile Ordnance Factory Board, and Integrated Financial Advisor in various Defence Accounts Department commands and field offices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_of_the_Role_and_Expected_Impact\"><\/span>Significance of the Role and Expected Impact<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The role of Financial Advisor (Defence Services) involves oversight of budgeting, procurement finances, financial planning and ensuring transparency and efficiency in defence expenditure. Arora\u2019s appointment is anticipated to strengthen fiscal discipline and streamline the financial machinery of India\u2019s defence services.<br>Given the evolving defence landscape \u2014 with increased procurement, indigenisation efforts (e.g., Atmanirbhar Bharat), and greater budgetary scrutiny \u2014 his role becomes all the more pivotal.<\/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=\"financial-advisor-defence-services-appointment-2025\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"financial advisor defence services appointment 2025\" title=\"financial advisor defence services appointment 2025\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">financial advisor defence services appointment 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<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_to_Defence_Governance\"><\/span>Relevance to Defence &amp; Governance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For aspirants preparing for defence-services, civil services, banking and related government exams, this appointment is relevant because it signals a renewed focus on financial governance within the defence sector. Strong fiscal oversight is key when large defence budgets and procurement programmes are concerned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Implications_for_Exams_Current_Affairs\"><\/span>Implications for Exams &amp; Current Affairs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In competitive examinations (e.g., for PSCS, IAS, defence services, banking) knowledge about high-level appointments, defence finance architecture, and the role of oversight bodies provides valuable context. This news adds to the pool of current-affairs material where understanding <em>who<\/em> is in a crucial post \u2014 and <em>why<\/em> \u2014 matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Broader_Governance_Perspective\"><\/span>Broader Governance Perspective<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This appointment reflects how the Indian government is positioning experienced IDAS officers to manage key financial roles in defence. Governance aspirants should note this trend of senior\u2010bureaucracy functioning in defence fiscal roles, linking defence, finance and accountability.<\/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<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The post of Financial Advisor (Defence Services) is part of a larger institutional framework designed to ensure that defence expenditure is managed effectively, transparently and in consonance with national priorities. Over the years, India\u2019s defence budget has grown significantly, procurement cycles have become complex, and indigenisation efforts (under initiatives like Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan) have placed greater demands on financial management.<br>The IDAS cadre (Indian Defence Accounts Service) was established to manage accounting and financial oversight for the defence services. The CGDA (Controller General of Defence Accounts) and the FADS roles thus sit at the interface of defence operational needs and financial regulation. Appointments like that of Raj Kumar Arora reflect continuity of placing experienced personnel in these roles to manage evolving challenges such as defence procurement reforms, audit and budgetary discipline.<br>Understanding this backdrop helps exam\u2010aspirants connect individual appointments to broader governance and institutional themes in India\u2019s defence architecture.<\/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_Raj_Kumar_Aroras_Appointment\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from Raj Kumar Arora\u2019s Appointment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Sr No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Shri Raj Kumar Arora, 1990-batch IDAS officer, took charge as Financial Advisor (Defence Services) on 1 Nov 2025.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>His prior assignment was as Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA), heading the Defence Accounts Department.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>He has held diverse roles: Additional Secretary at UPSC, Finance Manager (Air) in MoD\u2019s Acquisition Wing, Director in Ministry of Finance.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>The FADS role is pivotal for budgeting, procurement finance, financial policy and transparency in India\u2019s defence sector.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The appointment underscores the government\u2019s emphasis on experienced fiscal oversight in defence fiscal governance and aligns with evolving defence procurement\/indigenisation demands.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">financial advisor defence services appointment 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_%E2%80%94_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>FAQs \u2014 Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Who_is_Raj_Kumar_Arora\"><\/span><strong>1. Who is Raj Kumar Arora?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Raj Kumar Arora is a 1990-batch officer of the Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS) who has recently taken charge as the Financial Advisor (Defence Services) in November 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_are_the_key_responsibilities_of_the_Financial_Advisor_Defence_Services\"><\/span><strong>2. What are the key responsibilities of the Financial Advisor (Defence Services)?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Financial Advisor (Defence Services) oversees budgeting, expenditure control, procurement finance, and fiscal management of India\u2019s defence sector to ensure transparency and efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_was_Raj_Kumar_Aroras_previous_role_before_this_appointment\"><\/span><strong>3. What was Raj Kumar Arora\u2019s previous role before this appointment?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before becoming the Financial Advisor (Defence Services), he served as the Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_is_the_role_of_the_Indian_Defence_Accounts_Service_IDAS\"><\/span><strong>4. What is the role of the Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS)?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The IDAS manages accounting, financial advice, audit, and payment functions for India\u2019s Armed Forces and related departments under the Ministry of Defence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Why_is_this_appointment_significant_for_government_exam_aspirants\"><\/span><strong>5. Why is this appointment significant for government exam aspirants?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Appointments like this often appear in current affairs and general awareness sections of UPSC, SSC, Defence, and Banking exams, testing candidates\u2019 knowledge of administrative and defence finance updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_is_the_connection_between_CGDA_and_the_Ministry_of_Defence\"><\/span><strong>6. What is the connection between CGDA and the Ministry of Defence?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The CGDA operates under the Ministry of Defence and is responsible for auditing and accounting all defence expenditures, thus ensuring proper financial control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Which_government_initiative_has_increased_focus_on_defence_indigenisation\"><\/span><strong>7. Which government initiative has increased focus on defence indigenisation?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <em>Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<\/em> has increased the emphasis on indigenous defence manufacturing and self-reliance in procurement processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_are_some_major_reforms_in_defence_finance_in_recent_years\"><\/span><strong>8. What are some major reforms in defence finance in recent years?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Major reforms include digitisation of defence accounts, budget rationalisation, and better monitoring of capital procurement to ensure transparency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_How_do_such_appointments_contribute_to_national_security_management\"><\/span><strong>9. How do such appointments contribute to national security management?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By ensuring efficient use of financial resources, appointments like this strengthen defence preparedness, procurement planning, and accountability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Which_exams_can_include_this_news_topic\"><\/span><strong>10. 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