Who among the following took the command of the Indian Army's Gajraj Corps on 30 December 2018?

Current Affairs - 2019

Who among the following took the command of the Indian Army's Gajraj Corps on 30 December 2018?

A)

Lt Gen Manoj Mukund Naravane

B)

Lt Gen Ranbir Singh

C)

Lt Gen Manoj Pande

D)

Lt Gen Gurpal Singh Sangha

Correct Answer : Lt Gen Manoj Pande

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