Q1. The two highest gallantry awards in India are
(a) Param Vir Chakra and Maha Vir Chakra
(b) Param Vir Chakra and Vir Chakra
(c) Ashok Chakra and Maha Vir Chakra
(d) Param Vir Chakra and Ashok Chakra
(UPSC Prelims 1979)
Answer: (a) Param Vir Chakra and Maha Vir Chakra
Explanation: The Param Vir Chakra is India’s highest military gallantry award, followed by the Maha Vir Chakra. These honors are awarded for extraordinary bravery in the face of the enemy, during wartime operations.