Correct Answer: Major Somnath Sharma
Subject: 2025
Explanation: <b>Key Fact</b><br>Major Somnath Sharma was the first recipient of the Param Vir Chakra.<br><br><b>Additional Info</b><br>Topic: Military Awards. The correct option is <b>A</b> — Major Somnath Sharma.<br><br><b>Why the other options are wrong</b><br><b>Option B</b>: Major Shaitan Singh — not the option marked correct for this question.<br><b>Option C</b>: Major Hoshiar Singh — not the option marked correct for this question.<br><b>Option D</b>: Major Dhan Singh Thapa — not the option marked correct for this question.<br><br><b>Exam Trick</b><br>Identify the exact concept tested, then eliminate options that contradict the definition, formula, chronology or fact in the question.<br><br><b>Final Answer</b><br>Option A — Major Somnath Sharma.