United Kingdom: Order of British IndiaRibbon: Crimson, or crimson with narrow pale blue centre stripes according to grade when ribbons only are worn.
Instituted: 1837 by the East India Company; became part of the British system of honours in 1859. Awarded: To Indian Army officers for distinguished or long and faithful service. Grades: 2. Post-nominal letters: OBI (for both classes).
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