alleryStart learning →Which gallantry award was open to Indian soldiers from 1837 to 1907?
AVictoria Cross
BMutiny Medal
CStar of India
DOrder of Merit
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Order of Merit
The Indian Order of Merit was the sole gallantry medal available to native soldiers until 1907.
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