Padma Vibhushan,

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Padma Bhushan

Padma Shri

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On Republic Day 2024, a total of 132 peoplereceived Padma Awards, one of the highest civilian awards in India

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Categories of Padma Awards

They are categorized into three categories:Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri

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Eligibility

They are conferred in various fields such as social work, art, science and engineering, public affairs, medicine, sports, literature, education, trade, industry, civil service, etc

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Padma Vibhushan

Established on January 2, 1954, it is the second-highest civilian award after Bharat Ratna

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Eligibility

It is not limited by caste, gender, colour, or occupation. However, government employees, except doctors and scientists, and those associated with Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) are not eligible

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Padma Bhushan

Established on January 2, 1954, it is the third-highest civilian award for distinguished service of a high order

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Eligibility

It is not restricted by caste, colour, creed, or gender, even government employees can receive this award, except those employed with Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs)

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Padma Shri

Instituted on January 2, 1954, it is the fourth-highest civilian award, which honours exceptional contributions in various fields

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Eligibility

This award is not limited by any discrimination based on caste, colour, creed, or gender

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