The Indian National Cadet Corps (NCC) was established in 1948 under the National Cadet Corps Act, 1948.

The primary objective of the NCC is to develop leadership qualities in youth, provide military training to youth, and promote national integration and unity.

The three wings of the NCC are the Army, Navy, and Air Force.

The motto of the NCC is 'Unity and Discipline'.

The age limit for joining the NCC is 13-19 years.

The duration of the NCC training is 3 years.

The different types of NCC camps are Annual Training Camps (ATC), Basic Leadership Camps (BLC), and Advanced Leadership Camps (ALC).

The highest level of NCC training is the C Certificate.

The benefits of joining the NCC include developing leadership qualities, providing military training, and promoting national integration and unity.

The role of the NCC in national emergencies includes providing assistance to civil authorities, maintaining law and order, and carrying out rescue operations.

Only one NCC cadet has been awarded the Param Vir Chakra, the highest military decoration in India.

Major Somnath Sharma was the first NCC cadet to be awarded the Param Vir Chakra.

Major Somnath Sharma was awarded the Param Vir Chakra in 1948.

Major Somnath Sharma was awarded the Param Vir Chakra for his bravery in the Battle of Badgam.

Major Somnath Sharma is remembered as a national hero, his story is told in schools and colleges, and his name is inscribed on the India Gate.