Maha Vir Chakra
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The Maha Vir Chakra is the second highest military decoration in India, after the Param Vir Chakra, and is awarded for acts of conspicuous gallantry in the presence of the enemy, whether on land, at sea or in the air. It replaced the British... Wikipedia
Established: 26 January 1950; 74 years ago
Awarded for: "... acts of gallantry in the presence of the enemy on land, at sea or in the air."
Eligibility: Military personnel
Equivalent: Kirti Chakra
First awarded: 1947
Last awarded: 2021
Next (higher): Param Vishisht Seva Medal