"Vayam Rakshamah" or "We Protect" is the theme of which armed force of India?

The correct answer is Indian Coast Guard . Key Points The motto of the Indian Coast Guard is Vayam Rakshamah , which is a Sanskrit phrase that translates to We Protect in English. The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) was formally established on 18th August 1978 by the Coast Guard Act, 1978 of the Parliament of India to ensure the security of the maritime zones of India. The force operates under the Ministry of Defence and is responsible for protecting maritime interests , enforcing maritime law , and providing assistance to fishermen and mariners in distress. The ICG maintains jurisdiction over the territorial waters of India, including the Contiguous Zone and the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) , spanning approximately 2.01 million square kilometers . Headquartered in New Delhi , it is the fourth largest coast guard in the world, playing a critical role in anti-smuggling operations and marine environment protection. Additional Information Border Security Force (BSF) : Established on 1st December 1965 , it is the primary border guarding force of India. Its motto is Jeevan Paryant Kartavya , which means Duty Unto Death . It is primarily deployed on the borders with Pakistan and Bangladesh . Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) : Raised on 24th October 1962 , following the Sino-Indian War . Its motto is Shaurya-Dridhata-Karma Nishtha (Valour – Determination – Devotion to Duty). It guards the Himalayan borders of India with China . Assam Rifles : Often referred to as the Sentinels of the North East , it is India’s oldest paramilitary force , originally formed in 1835 as Cachar Levy . It is responsible for maintaining internal security and guarding the Indo-Myanmar border .