Section 318 in The Naval Ceremonial, Conditions Of Service And Miscellaneous Regulations, 1964
318. Misconduct pending presentation.
(1)The provisions of regulation 310 shall apply to award of Meritorious Service Medal as they apply in relation to Long Service and Good Conduct Medal with or without gratuity.(2)The annuity attached to the award shall in any case be paid to the Awardee for the year to which the award relates, but shall not be admissible again until the medal is restored.Section XIL - Assessment of Character and "Very Good" Conduct
