MoD approves induction of women in IAF combat stream
Q. Ministry of Defence took which landmark decision on 24th October 2015?- Published on 26 Oct 15a. Induct women into IAF
b. Induct women into combat stream of IAF
c. Induct women into technical staff of IAF
d. None of the above
ANSWER: Induct women into combat stream of IAF
Ministry of Defence on 24th October 2015 has given the approval for the induction of women into the IAF combat stream, clearing the way for women to fly warplanes for the first time. First batch of women pilots will be commissioned into IAF in June 2016. Earlier in the week, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha has announced a major policy shift indicating women should be allowed to become fighter pilots. Currently, there are 1500 women in IAF of which 90 are pilots and 15 are navigators.
