#jemadar

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Military:In the British Indian Army, a jemadar commanded platoons or troops, assisted their British commanders, and held positions like assistant quartermaster or adjutant. 

Historical Context:The rank was used in the Indian Army until 1965, when it was replaced by naib subedar in infantry and naib risaldar in cavalry and armored corps. 

Other Uses:The term "jemadar" also applied to armed officials of zamindars(landlords) and to various government officials, including supervisors of servants. 

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