The Ashok Chakra is awarded for: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Ashok Chakra is awarded for:
A. Gallantry in peacetime
B. Gallantry in war
C. Distinguished service in civil administration
D. Excellence in sports
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Ashok Chakra is the highest peacetime gallantry award, awarded for the most conspicuous bravery or some daring or pre-eminent act of valour or self-sacrifice other than in the face of the enemy.

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Question #1
The highest award for bravery in the Indian Army during wartime is:
A. Param Vir Chakra
B. Ashok Chakra
C. Kirti Chakra
D. Shaurya Chakra

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Param Vir Chakra is the highest wartime gallantry award. Kirti Chakra is second highest peacetime gallantry award, Shaurya Chakra is third.

This question belongs to: Static General Knowledge Awards and Honours
Question #2
The 'Nandi Award' is given by the Government of which state for excellence in cinema?
A. Tamil Nadu
B. Karnataka
C. Telangana
D. Andhra Pradesh

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Nandi Awards are given by the Government of Andhra Pradesh (and later Telangana, but originally Andhra Pradesh) for excellence in Telugu cinema.

This question belongs to: Static General Knowledge Awards and Honours
Question #3
The 'Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Trophy' is awarded in the field of:
A. Social work
B. Education
C. Sports
D. Literature

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Trophy is given by the Government of India to the best university in sports for overall performance.

This question belongs to: Static General Knowledge Awards and Honours