Allocated annually through the Union Budget presented under Article 112 of the Constitution.

Includes revenue expenditure (salaries, maintenance) and capital expenditure (new equipment, infrastructure).

Significant portion dedicated to procurement of defence equipment from both domestic and foreign sources.

Budget allocation is influenced by threat perception, strategic goals, and economic constraints.

Focus on indigenization of defence production through initiatives like 'Make in India'.

Defence budget impacts the economy through job creation, technology development, and industrial growth.

Parliamentary oversight through the Standing Committee on Defence.

Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) audits defence expenditure to ensure accountability.

India is among the top 5 defence spenders globally.

Allocated annually through the Union Budget presented under Article 112 of the Constitution.

Includes revenue expenditure (salaries, maintenance) and capital expenditure (new equipment, infrastructure).

Significant portion dedicated to procurement of defence equipment from both domestic and foreign sources.

Budget allocation is influenced by threat perception, strategic goals, and economic constraints.

Focus on indigenization of defence production through initiatives like 'Make in India'.

Defence budget impacts the economy through job creation, technology development, and industrial growth.

Parliamentary oversight through the Standing Committee on Defence.

Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) audits defence expenditure to ensure accountability.

India is among the top 5 defence spenders globally.