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Obverse |
Plain except for a representation of Bhavani (Divine Sword) surrounded by
the suns rays, symbolising justice and discrimination. |
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Reverse |
An embossed lotus flower with buds and leaves surrounded with the legend "
GENERAL SERVICE * INDIA * ". |
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Size |
Not known. |
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Suspension |
By a straight non-swivel suspender, attached to the medal by a claw
mounting. |
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Composition |
Cupro-nickel. |
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Designers |
Not known. |
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Naming |
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Ribbon |
Red, with five equally spaced thin green stripes. The red symbolising valour
and passion and the green auspiciousness. |
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No. of clasps |
7 - Cupro-nickel, attached to the suspender with a pin and to other clasps
with two rivets. Only one clasp issued for the Korean war: -
"OVERSEAS, KOREA 1950-53" - Issued for service with the 60th (Parachute)
Indian Field Ambulance in Korea between 22 November 1950 and 8 July 1953. |
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Other emblems |
Lotus leaf - A single miniature lotus leaf emblem is worn on the ribbon by those
Mentioned in Despatches. |
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No. issued |
Not known. |
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Instituted |
By the President of India on 26 January 1950, to be awarded with a clasp or
bar indicating the operation. |
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Qualification |
Issued to members of 60th Parachute Field Ambulance for service in Korea
between 22 November 1950 and 8 July 1953. |
Part of the Red Oblong Network