Army Order 03/2001 (AO 03/2001), issued by the Directorate General Medical Services (DGMS), is a foundational policy of the Indian Army that establishes the standards and procedures for the medical examination and categorization of serving Junior Commissioned Officers (JCOs) and Other Ranks (ORs) . Key Features of Army Order 03/2001
Employment Restrictions: It guides medical boards in recommending duty exemptions, such as declaring an individual unfit for High Altitude Areas (HAA) or strenuous activities like running and jumping based on their health status . Significance in Service
This order serves as the primary guideline for maintaining the "positive health status" of the force, ensuring that every soldier is physically fit for their specific role. Medical Categorization
Addiction: It outlines the management and medical discharge procedures for personnel struggling with alcohol dependence or drug abuse. Administrative Significance
The effective implementation of Army Order 03-2001 DGMS Army High Quality can lead to: