The Padma awards were instituted in the year: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The Padma awards were instituted in the year:

A. 1950

B. 1956

C. 1954

D. 1952

Answer: Option C

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Padma awards were instituted on 2 January 1954, along with Bharat Ratna. They are classified into three categories: Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri.

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