Formation Drills & Coordination (Chakra Vyuha, Padma Vyuha, Garuda Vyuha, Makara Vyuha); marching, maneuvering, signal training.
Combined Arms Training (infantry, cavalry, chariots, elephants) through mock battles, logistics.

Well-organized system for efficiency, discipline.
Key Features:
- Hierarchy & Command (King as supreme commander, Senapati, various officers).
- Organization (Chaturanga Bala, specialized units).
- Logistics & Supply Chain (food, water, weapons, transport).
- Record Keeping (rosters, payrolls, battle reports, inventory).

Continuous learning, adaptation, refinement.
Early Vedic Period: Warrior ethos, informal training, basic weapons.
Later Vedic Period & Mahajanapadas: Formalized training in gurukuls, textual documentation (Dhanurveda).
Mauryan Period: Significant advancement (Kautilya's Arthashastra), large professional army.
Post-Gupta to Early Modern Period: Evolution of fortifications, new tactics (mounted archers, gunpowder), unique military practices (Sikh, Maratha guerrilla warfare).

Training for Combat: Continuous individual and unit training, combat games.
Sports & Competitions: Instill warrior ethic, team spirit (combat, archery, racing, boxing, wrestling, swimming, hunting).
Inspections: Periodic checks by King, Minister, Senapathy for readiness.