Adams was also presented with a general officer belt, pistol, a one-star flag and the new general rank insignia for his Army Green Service Uniform and headgear.

Four-star general or admiral is the highest rank a military officer can achieve, though, unlike more common military ranks, it is not earned independently on the merits of an officer’s career.

Among these, the 2-star Army rank in India is the Major General, which signifies a senior leadership position. In total, there are 13 ranks in the Indian Army , each with distinct duties and insignia.