Gallantry otherwise than in the face of the enemy.
Vir Chakra
Acts of gallantry in the presence of the enemy, whether in air, sea, or land
Ashoka Chakra
Self-sacrifice, most conspicuous bravery or some act of daring or pre-eminent act of valour otherwise than in the face of the enemy
Param Veer Chakra
Most conspicuous bravery or some daring or pre-eminent act of valour or self-sacrifice, in the presence of the enemy, whether on land, at sea, or in the air.