This civilian honour is given by the President of India and is India’s second highest civilian honour. he award is presented by the Government of India to recognize excellence of Indian citizens in any field and also to recognize notable services to the nation, including services rendered by government servants. The Padma Vibhushan Award was established by Presidential decree on 2nd January, 1954 and since then, a total of 235 people have been given the award so far. The award can be given posthumously, as well.
For complete list of awardees visit:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Padma_Vibhushan#List_of_Awardees
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Padma Vibhushan
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