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With what honour has Dr. Kalam been decorated, the highest honour that an Indian citizen can receive?

  1. Arjuna Award

  2. Padma Bhushan

  3. The Bharat Ratna

  4. Padma Vibhushan
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Explanation

Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam was awarded the Bharat Ratna in 1997, India's highest civilian honor. The Padma awards (Padma Vibhushan and Padma Bhushan) are also prestigious but rank below the Bharat Ratna. The Arjuna Award is specifically for sporting excellence. Kalam received the Bharat Ratna for his contributions to scientific research and modern defense technology.

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