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Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is Yuvraj Singh, Ivan Michael Picardo, and Mulchand Yadav. The three peacekeepers were awarded the Dag Hammarskjold Medal posthumously on 27 May 2021. The awardee includes Corporal Yuvraj Singh who served with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).

Detailed explanation-2: -The award is given to any military personnel, police, or civilians who lose their lives while serving in a United Nations peacekeeping operation, so long as the death did not result from misconduct or criminal acts.

Detailed explanation-3: -The United Nations Medal: The United Nations Medal, established in 1966, is awarded to military and police personnel who are or have been in the service of the UN. Mission-specific medals: Medals are awarded for ninety consecutive days of service to a specific peacekeeping mission.

Detailed explanation-4: -The United Nations Peace Medal is a commemorative medal produced by the United Nations to promote peace. First made by Franklin Mint in 1971, a new design is produced annually, with limited editions offered for sale in gold, silver, and bronze.