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Obverse |
The representation of Asoka’s three lions as shown on Asoka’s pillar at
Sarnath, the Indian State emblem and Moto, inside a 1.2mm raised rim
surrounded by the legend “ ”, (Wound Medal) in Sanskrit on the left and “
WOUND MEDAL ", on the right. |
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Reverse |
The Wheel, or Chakra of Asoka. |
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Size |
35mm wide and 3mm thick. |
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Suspension |
By a non-swivelling ring. |
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Composition |
Cupro-nickel. |
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Designers |
Not known. |
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Naming |
Named in small impressed capitals |
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Ribbon |
32mm wide. Equal stripes of white, bright red, white. |
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No. of clasps |
None. |
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Other emblems |
None. |
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No. issued |
4 for the Korean War. |
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Instituted |
By the Indian Government. |
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Qualification |
To be awarded to all ranks of the Indian Armed Forces and para-military
personnel on the effective strength, who sustained injuries as a result of
direct enemy action. |
Part of the Red Oblong Network