The correct answer is it is the highest civilian award of the United States of America. Key Points - The Legion of Merit award was instituted in 1942 by former U.S President Franklin D. Roosevelt. - It is awarded to members of the U.S. armed forces and also members of foreign armed forces and sometimes heads of state or government. - Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded the 'Legion of Merit' by U.S. President Donald Trump on 21 Dec 2021. - The award was received on behalf of the PM by the Ambassador of India to the USA Taranjit Singh Sandhu. - President Donald Trump presented the Legion of Merit to Indian PM Narendra Modi for his leadership in elevating the U.S.India strategic partnership. - The award was also presented to former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison.