GK
HONOURS AND AWARDS
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Question
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Which of the following is India’s highest peace-time gallantry award?
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Vir Chakra
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Mahavir Chakra
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Param Vir Chakra
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Ashoka Chakra
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is Ashok Chakra. Peacetime gallantry awards were established on 4 January 1952, but effective from 15th August 1947.
Detailed explanation-2: -Order of precedence of these awards is the Param Vir Chakra, the Ashoka Chakra, the Mahavir Chakra, the Kirti Chakra, the Vir Chakra and the Shaurya Chakra.
Detailed explanation-3: -While the Ashoka Chakra is India’s highest peacetime gallantry honour, Kirti Chakra is the second in order of precedence of peacetime gallantry awards.
Detailed explanation-4: -Param Vir Chakra-Highest-military award in India. Awarded for national bravery in the presence of the enemy.
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