Royal Bhutan Army facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Royal Bhutan Army |
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Flag of Royal Bhutan Army |
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| Established | 1958 |
| Parts |  Royal Bodyguard of Bhutan |
| Headquarters | Lungtenphu, Thimphu |
| Leadership | |
| Chief | Batoo Tshering |
| Supreme Commander | His Majesty Druk Gyalpo Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck |
| Serving soldiers | |
| Military age | 18 |
| Conscription | Voluntary |
| Deployed personnel | 8000(approx) |
The Royal Bhutan Army (RBA) is the main part of Bhutan's armed forces. Its most important job is to keep the country safe and independent. This means protecting Bhutan's borders and making sure no one threatens its freedom.
The King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, is the top leader of the RBA. He is called the Supreme Commander in Chief. The main person who runs the army day-to-day is Lieutenant General Batoo Tshering.
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Protecting Bhutan's Borders
The Royal Bhutan Army works hard to keep Bhutan safe from any dangers. They make sure the country's land and people are protected. This helps Bhutan stay peaceful and independent.
Sometimes, the army also helps the Royal Bhutan Police. They work together to keep law and order inside the country. This means they can help if there are big problems or emergencies.
The Royal Body Guards
A very special part of the RBA is the Royal Bodyguard of Bhutan (RBG). These are highly trained soldiers. Their main job is to protect the King, the Royal Family, and other important officials. They are an elite group, meaning they are among the best soldiers.
Joining the Army
In Bhutan, it used to be common for one son from each family to join the army. This was a tradition, but it wasn't a rule everyone had to follow. Today, joining the RBA is voluntary, meaning people choose to join.
If there's a big emergency, like a natural disaster or a serious threat, extra people can be asked to join a group called the militia. These are ordinary citizens who help the army when needed.
Images for kids
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First King of Bhutan Gongsar Ugyen Wangchuck with his bodyguards in 1905 before the RBA was formed
See also
In Spanish: Real Ejército de Bután para niños
