Q. Who has become the first women to hold the rank of Subedar in the Indian Army?
[A] Preeti Rajak
[B] Rajeshwari Kumari
[C] Manisha Keer
[D] Shreyasi Singh
Answer: A
Champion trap shooter Preeti Rajak made history as the first woman subedar in the Army, promoted from havildar. This marks a significant milestone as the Army recently opened soldier ranks to women in the Corps of Military Police (CMP).
Subedar Rajak, a meritorious sportswoman in shooting, joined the Army in 2022 based on her trap shooting prowess. Currently, the CMP is the only Army branch with enlisted women, offering opportunities for aspiring female Agniveers.
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