President of India approves 82 gallantry awards for Independence Day

Q.  How many gallantry awards were given to Armed forces personnel and members of Paramilitary forces on Independence Day, 2016?
- Published on 16 Aug 16

a. 82
b. 83
c. 84
d. 85

ANSWER: 82
 
President and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces approved the following gallantry awards to armed forces personnel and members of the paramilitary forces.
  • Ashok Chakra- 1
  • Shaurya Chakra- 14
  • Sena Medals - 63
  • Nau Sena medals- 2
  • Vayu Sena Medals- 2.

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