The 'Padma Awards' were instituted in 1954. Which was the highest among them originally? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Padma Awards' were instituted in 1954. Which was the highest among them originally?
A. Padma Bhushan
B. Bharat Ratna
C. Padma Shri
D. Padma Vibhushan
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Padma Vibhushan (then called Pahela Varg) was the highest among the three Padma awards.

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