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News India Live, Digital Desk: Former Indian Army chief General M.M. Naravane’s memoir book ‘Four Stars of Destiny’ These days, defense remains the center of discussion in corridors and political circles. The question being raised is that in the last four years, where the government approved 34 books of various officers without any major controversy, why does this book of the former Army Chief have to undergo intense scrutiny?
What is the real root of the dispute?
According to sources, in this book Agnipath Scheme and in Ladakh LAC But sensitive topics like the standoff with China have been mentioned. According to Defense Ministry rules, it is mandatory for serving or retired military officers to obtain clearance before sharing any information in their book that could affect national security or foreign relations.
Mathematics of numbers: 34 vs 1
A recent report has revealed that since 2017 till now, the Defense Ministry has given permission for publication of books of about 34 military officers. In such a situation, the questions being raised on General Naravane’s book have given rise to many speculations:
Sensitivity: Are the General’s views on the Agneepath plan different from the government’s official position?
Protocol: Were there any technical glitches in the process of ‘No Objection Certificate’ (NOC) required before publication?
Operational Secrecy: Do details of incidents in eastern Ladakh come under the ambit of military secrecy?
Curiosity among publishers and readers
The publishers of the book had already started its pre-booking, but at present its release is on hold. Defense experts are considering it a normal review process, while opposition parties are linking it to freedom of expression and transparency.
What do the rules say?
Under the Central Civil Services (Pension) Rules, officers who have worked in sensitive organizations have to take permission from the concerned department before publishing anything after retirement. In the case of General Naravane, the review committee is examining whether any part of the book violates the Official Secrets Act.