Indian Army--- the epitome of chivalry, gallantry and intrepidity, is the subcontinent`s guardian against all kinds of intrusions. The Indian army makes certain that every civilian can assuredly retreat to slumber whilst they are guarding the nation`s border round the clock. The history of Indian army is steeped in true accounts of exceptional heroism and fearlessness. Its history can be traced back to medieval India. During this time a conventional method of warfare was followed. In ancient India the organisation of the Indian army altered with changing dynasties. Hence the structure, strength and the policies differed with empires but what remained unaltered was the undeterred bravery with which they faced their foes.

If the history of Indian army is to be traced then the Indian army under the British rule became more structured. Although India has been ruled over by several foreign kingdoms but her interests and borders were always secured by the sons of the soil. Even under the British rule the revolt against the colonisers was initiated by men in uniform. While during the reign of the emperors the loyalty of the soldiers laid with their kings during later ages this entire concept underwent sea changes. This mainly occurred due to the rise of the concept of nation. Now their loyalty, duty and responsibility lie with the nation.

Contemporary India has witnessed several valiant soldiers who have unflinchingly laid down their lives for their motherland. The names of such warriors have been immortalised in the history of Indian army. Whether it was the Indo-China War or the Kashmir attacks the history of Indian army states with pride that their troops have always successfully forced the invaders to retreat. In fact whenever the outsiders have tried to disturb the harmony and peace of India, her army has marched to the battleground and vanquished the trespassers.