Happy Republic Day: Bravery awards are given to soldiers who make incomparable contributions to the defense of the country and who protect the country by showing courage. To honor these brave men, three gallantry awards were announced on 26 January 1950. In which Param Vir Chakra, Veer Chakra and Mahavir Chakra are given for high level bravery, but do you know who selects which soldiers are to be honored with gallantry awards. If not then let us know.
What is the selection process for bravery award?
First of all, the list of soldiers who have made incomparable contributions to the country is sent to the Defense Ministry. After this, the committee of the Defense Ministry considers their names. Actually, this committee is the Central Honors and Awards Committee of the Defense Ministry. After which a list is prepared by this committee on the basis of standards.
Announcement is made after getting the approval of the President
After this list is prepared, it is sent to the President. From where these names are announced only after getting the seal of approval. This announcement is made on the eve of Republic Day. Let us tell you that bravery awards are declared twice a year, first on the occasion of Republic Day and second time on the occasion of Independence Day. The order of precedence of these awards is Param Vir Chakra, Ashok Chakra, Mahavir Chakra, Kirti Chakra, Veer Chakra and Shaurya Chakra.
This high gallantry award is given to the armed forces, paramilitary forces and police forces of India. In which Paramvir Chakra is the highest award given for bravery. Which can be given even posthumously to the soldiers who have shown extraordinary bravery for India. You will be surprised to know that in India, there are only three soldiers who have been awarded Paramvir Chakra while alive. This time in 75th Republic Day On the eve of , 80 armed forces personnel, including 12 posthumously, have been honored with Gallantry awards.