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Civilian Service Awards
- The highest honours among the civilian awards are the Bharat Ratna and the Padma Awards – the Padma Vibhushan, the Padma Bhushan and the Padma Shri.
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Civilian Service Awards
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Bharat Ratna
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- India’s highest and most prestigious civilian honour, awarded for exceptional service in any field art, literature, science, or public service.
- The Prime Minister recommends the nominees for this award, and a maximum of 3 persons can be conferred the Bharat Ratna in a year.
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Padma Vibhushan
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- It is for distinguished service of higher order.
- Winners are selected by the Padma Awards committee.
- Any person working in any field with the exception of Government employees, barring doctors and scientists are eligible for the award.
- The nomination process is open to the public, and allows people to nominate themselves.
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Padma Shri
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- It is for distinguished service in any field. The award winners are selected by the Padma Awards committee.
- Any person working in any field with the exception of Government employees, barring doctors and scientists are eligible for the award.
- The nomination process is open to the public, and allows people to nominate themselves.
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Service Medals
- It recognizes distinguished service, dedication, and exceptional contributions by personnel in the Armed Forces, Paramilitary Forces, and Police.
- They are announced on Republic Day and Independence Day.
- It includes President’s Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM) and Medal for Meritorious Service (MSM).
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Service Medals
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President’s Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM)
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- It is awarded for a special distinguished record in service.
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The Medal for Meritorious Service (MSM)
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- It is awarded for valuable service characterized by resource and devotion to duty.
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- For the Armed Forces, the highest honours are the Param Vishisht Seva Medal, the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal and the Vishisht Seva Medal.
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Gallantry Awards
- Medals for gallantry are awarded to members of the armed forces, paramilitary forces, and civilians for bravery and heroic action.
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Gallantry Awards
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Wartime Awards
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- Presented to armed forces personnel for acts of bravery in the face of the enemy.
- Highest honours include the Paramvir Chakra, the Mahavir Chakra, and the Vir Chakra.
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Peacetime Awards
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- Highest honours include the Ashoka Chakra, the Kirti Chakra, and the Shaurya Chakra
- These awards can be awarded to armed forces, paramilitary forces, police, or civilians.
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Police Gallantry Medals
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- Announced twice a year on Republic Day and Independence Day.
- The President’s Medal for Gallantry is awarded to those who have done a rare conspicuous gallant act of exceptional courage & skill.
- The Police Medal for Gallantry recognizes acts of bravery and courage in the line of duty.
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Civilian Gallantry Medals
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- Recognize civilians for acts of bravery and saving lives.
- The Jeevan Raksha Padak Awards are given for lifesaving acts of service by people from all walks of life.
- The National Bravery Awards recognizes children who show exceptional courage.
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