🔆 Gen. Dhiraj Seth Conferred Honorary Rank of General in Nepal
📍 Key Facts
✅ Indian Army Chief Gen. Dhiraj Seth was conferred the honorary rank of General of the Nepalese Army.
✅ The honour was conferred by Nepal President Ramchandra Paudel at a special investiture ceremony in Kathmandu.
✅ Gen. Seth was on an official visit to Nepal from 17–19 August.
📍 India–Nepal Military Tradition
✅ India and Nepal reciprocally confer the honorary rank of General on the Chiefs of each other’s armies.
✅ This is a long-standing military tradition.
✅ It symbolises the close and enduring ties between the Indian Army and Nepalese Army.
📝 MAINS QUESTION:
The reciprocal conferment of honorary military ranks reflects the enduring defence ties between India and Nepal. Discuss its significance for bilateral relations.
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