Padma Vibhushan

The Padma Vibhushan is India's second highest civilian honour. It consists of a medal and a citation and is awarded by the President of India.

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India - President of India

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It was established on January 2, 1954. It follows the Bharat Ratna and precedes the Padma Bhushan. It is awarded to recognize exceptional and distinguished service to the nation in any field, including government service. The award was briefly suspended from July 13, 1977 to January 26, 1980.

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January 2 - 1954 - Bharat Ratna - Padma Bhushan - July 13 - 1977 - January 26 - 1980

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