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 Chakra | Most 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 Chakra | Second, in order of a military decoration award. | | Shaurya Chakra | Third in order of Indian military decoration award. |
- Wartime gallantry awards were established on 26 January 1950. But effective from 15th August 1947.
| Param Vir Chakra | Highest-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 Chakra | The second-highest military decoration in India. | | Vir Chakra | Third in precedence in the awards for wartime gallantry. |
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