Correct option is C
The correct answer is option (C) Vir Chakra
Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman was awarded the Vir Chakra for his exceptional bravery during the 2019 aerial confrontation between India and Pakistan. He shot down a Pakistani fighter jet, but his own aircraft was also hit, and he was captured by Pakistan. His courage and composure during captivity were widely admired, making him a hero in India.
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- Yudh Seva Medal: This medal is awarded to military personnel for their exceptional service during a war or conflict. It is typically awarded for long service or distinguished service in operations, but it is not specifically for acts of individual bravery in combat.
- Shaurya Chakra: The Shaurya Chakra is awarded for acts of bravery in peacetime or during combat, typically to officers and soldiers who display exceptional courage in the face of danger.
- Kirti Chakra: The Kirti Chakra is awarded for acts of conspicuous bravery or self-sacrifice in the face of the enemy, similar to the Shaurya Chakra, but it is typically given for acts of bravery performed in peacetime