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Which is the highest peace time gallantry award in India?1. Ashok Chakra2. Kirti Chakra3. Mahavir Chakra4. Param Vir Chakra5. None of the Above/ More than one of Above

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 1 : Ashok Chakra

The correct answer is Ashok Chakra.

  • Peacetime gallantry awards were established on 4 January 1952, but effective from 15th August 1947.
Ashoka ChakraMost conspicuous bravery or some act of daring or pre-eminent act of valour or self-sacrifice otherwise than in the face of the enemy.
Kirti ChakraSecond, in order of a military decoration award.
Shaurya ChakraThird in order of Indian military decoration award.

 

  • Wartime gallantry awards were established on 26 January 1950. But effective from 15th August 1947.
Param Vir ChakraHighest-military award in India. The name of this award is "Wheel of the ultimate brave". Awarded for national bravery in the presence of the enemy.
Maha Vir ChakraThe second-highest military decoration in India.
Vir ChakraThird in precedence in the awards for wartime gallantry.


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