WBCS.LIVE practice question

Which of the following is the highest civilian award given in India for exceptional service in any field?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Padma Bhushan
  2. Padma Vibhushan
  3. Bharat Ratna
  4. Param Vir Chakra

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Bharat Ratna

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) Bharat Ratna šŸ“š Explanation: The Bharat Ratna is India's highest civilian honor, instituted in 1954. It is awarded for "exceptional service/performance of the highest order" without distinction of race, occupation, position, or sex. Param Vir Chakra is the highest military decoration, while Padma awards are the next level of civilian honors.