MCQs 2026

The Padma Vibhushan is awarded for outstanding contributions and distinguished service in various fields that benefit society and the nation.

The President of India approves the conferment of Padma Awards based on recommendations from the Padma Awards Committee, which is constituted by the Prime Minister.

The Padma Vibhushan is the second-highest civilian award in India, preceded only by the Bharat Ratna.

The Padma Vibhushan recognizes contributions across a wide range of fields, including public affairs, science and engineering, arts, social work, and sports, among others. Therefore, none of the listed options are excluded.

Padma Vibhushan is awarded for 'exceptional and distinguished service'. Padma Bhushan is for 'distinguished service of a high order', and Padma Shri is for 'distinguished service in any field'.

The Padma Awards are given for distinguished service in a wide array of fields, encompassing art, social work, public affairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, medicine, literature and education, sports, and civil service, among others.

The Padma Awards were instituted in 1954. They were temporarily discontinued between 1978 and 1980 but were later revived.

Padma Vibhushan is awarded for 'exceptional and distinguished service'. Padma Bhushan is for 'distinguished service of a high order', and Padma Shri is for 'distinguished service in any field'.

The Padma Awards are a part of the Republic Day honours list and are announced every year on the eve of Republic Day, which is celebrated on January 26th.

While Padma Vibhushan is the second-highest civilian award, Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award of India. The question specifically asks about the highest among the Padma Awards, which is Padma Vibhushan, but Bharat Ratna is the overall highest civilian award. Given the options, and the context of Padma Awards, it's important to note Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian honour in India.