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Question of The Day02-11-2022

Union Home Minister's Special Operation Medal for the year 2022 has been presented to 63 officers. When was Union Home Minister's Special Operation medal constituted?

Answer

Correct Answer : c ) 2018

Explanation :

On October 31, the "Union Home Minister's Special Operation Medal" for the year 2022 was presented to 63 police officers involved in 4 Special Operations.

Union Home Minister’s Special Operation Medal was constituted in 2018. It is awarded to State and Union Territory (UT) police forces, Central Police Organizations (CPOs), Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), and security organizations across India.

The award is given for Special Operation in the areas like counter terrorism, border action, arms control, prevention of narcotics smuggling and rescue operations. It is announced every year on 31 October.

Generally, 3 Special Operations are considered for the award and in extra ordinary circumstances, the award may be given up to 5 Special Operations.

Hence, (c) is the correct answer.