What is the world's largest army? 

It is a question that has long been asked and continues to be asked, in the modern world. As of 2020, the world's largest army is the People's Liberation Army of China, with a total of 2.3 million active personnel. It is followed by India, with 1.4 million active personnel, and the United States of America, with 1.3 million active personnel.

The People's Liberation Army of China is the largest army in the world, but it is not just the size that makes it the most powerful. It is also equipped with some of the most advanced weapons and technology in the world. Its air force has the world's largest fleet of combat aircraft, and its navy has the world's largest submarine fleet.

India, the second-largest army in the world, has been steadily increasing its defense forces in recent years. It has the fifth-largest navy in the world, and its air force is the fourth-largest in the world. It has also developed its own nuclear weapons and is a nuclear-weapon state. India is also investing heavily in cyber security and has made great progress in this area.

The United States of America is the third-largest army in the world, with 1.3 million active personnel. It is the most powerful military force in the world and has the largest arsenal of nuclear weapons. It also has the most advanced technology and weapons in the world, and its navy is the second-largest in the world. 

The world's largest army is that of the People's Republic of China. China has a total active duty force of 2,183,000 personnel and a reserve force of 510,000. This makes China, by far, the largest military power in the world.

India, on the other hand, has the second-largest military in the world, with a total of 1,444,000 active personnel and a reserve force of 2,143,000. India has the third-largest military in terms of spending, behind the United States and China. India is also the fourth-largest in terms of tanks, aircraft, and ships.

Despite India's impressive numbers, it still falls short of China and the United States in terms of modern military technology. China has been investing heavily in its military technology, spending more than double what India spends on defense. This has enabled China to create a modern military that is strong enough to threaten even the biggest powers in the world.

Moreover, China has been expanding its global presence, including by building artificial islands and militarizing the South China Sea. This has put India in a difficult position, as it faces an ever-expanding Chinese military presence in its region.

Yet, India has been making strides in its own military capabilities. It is currently the fifth-largest military power in terms of spending and has the third-largest active duty force. India has also been investing in its own military technology, such as its advanced nuclear-powered submarines.

The Indian military has been able to build up its forces in a relatively short period of time, making it a formidable presence in the region. It has also been working to build its own military-industrial base, which is helping the country become a major player in global defense.

In conclusion, India stands as the second-largest military power in the world, behind China. India has been investing heavily in its military technology and is making strides in its own military capabilities. Despite this, India still faces an ever-expanding Chinese military presence in its region, which could make it difficult for India to become a major player in global defense.