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This factor includes three qualities which are associated with the limbs or the
coordination between the mind and the body.
13. Determination (Det): It is the ability to put in sustained efforts to
achieve objectives in spite of obstacles and setbacks. The assessors see
whether you are focused, able to concentrate on the task and
continuously work towards achieving the objectives.
14. Courage (Cou): It is the ability to appreciate and take purposive risks.
What is important is to take risks only where required and that too after
careful thought. Some candidates tend to make rash decisions which
may endanger the life of subordinates and that is undesirable. Hence,
what is important is ‘calculated risks when required’.
15. Stamina (Sta): It is the capacity to withstand protracted physical and
mental strain. It includes both physical and mental endurance.
In the subsequent chapters, a brief description of how assessment of these
qualities is done will be discussed.
Even though officially, only 15 OLQs are tested, there is an unstated quality
which is of great interest to the assessors, namely the “Urge and Motivation”
of the candidate. Hence, your zeal in pursuing a military career is extremely
important.
