Which of the following sportsperson has been bestowed the ‘Param Vishisht Seva Medal’ in the year 2022?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. Neeraj Chopra.
Neeraj Chopra, the Indian javelin thrower and Olympic gold medallist, was honored with the Param Vishisht Seva Medal in 2022. A serving Subedar in the Indian Army, Chopra received this prestigious peacetime service award on Republic Day—joining the elite few military sports personalities recognized at that level. He was also conferred the Padma Shri in the same period, marking a dual milestone in both his athletic and service careers