Multiple choice general knowledge

Highest civilian award in INDIA?

  1. Padma vibhushana

  2. Paramvirchakra

  3. Jnanapeetha

  4. Bharat Ratna
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Explanation

The Bharat Ratna is India's highest civilian award, instituted in 1954. It is awarded for exceptional service towards advancement of Art, Literature, Science, and public service. The Padma Vibhushan is the second-highest civilian award, while Param Vir Chakra is India's highest military award (not civilian). Jnanpeeth is for literature only.

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