Explanation:

• Recently, the Army has proposed  voluntary Tour of Duty (ToD) for civilians on a trial basis to serve in the force as both officers and Other Ranks (ORs) for 3 years.
• The proposal is a shift from the concept of permanent service/job in the Armed Forces, towards internship/temporary experience for three years.
• It will not only provide a job with higher salary but also ensures a placement in corporate sectors after retirement as the corporate sector will prefer to hire such youths rather than fresh graduates.
• The Army hopes that this would attract individuals from the best colleges, including the Indian Institute of Technology.