Q. With reference to Gallantry Awards in India, consider the following statements:
1.Gallantry awards are announced twice a year: on Republic Day and Independence Day.
2.The order of precedence of gallantry awards is: Param Vir Chakra, Ashoka Chakra, Maha Vir Chakra, Kirti Chakra, Vir Chakra, and Shaurya Chakra.
3.Gallantry awards can be awarded posthumously.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Statement 1: Correct. Gallantry awards are announced twice a year: on Republic Day (January 26) and Independence Day (August 15) .
  • Statement 2: Correct. The correct order of precedence for gallantry awards is: Param Vir Chakra, Ashoka Chakra, Maha Vir Chakra, Kirti Chakra, Vir Chakra, and Shaurya Chakra .
  • Statement 3: Correct. Gallantry awards can be awarded posthumously to honor acts of bravery by personnel who have made the ultimate sacrifice .

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