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    Question

    What is the highest peacetime gallantry award in India,

    awarded for acts of valour, courageous action, or self-sacrifice away from the battlefield?
    A Param Vir Chakra Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Ashok Chakra Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Kirti Chakra Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Shaurya Chakra Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Vir Chakra Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Ashok Chakra is the highest peacetime gallantry award followed by Kirti Chakra and Shaurya Chakra. It is awarded for valour, courageous action, or self-sacrifice away from the battlefield. It was first awarded in 1952 to flight lieutenant Suhas Biswas. It is the peacetime equivalent to Param Vir Chakra.

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