The online nomination process for the Padma Awards for the year 2024 is open until the 15th of this month. The nomination process began on 1 May 2023.
- The Union Home Ministry has stated that nominations or recommendations for the Padma Awards will be accepted online through the Rashtriya Puraskar Portal.
- The announcement of the Padma Awards for the year 2024 will take place on Republic Day next year.
- The Padma Awards, which include Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri, are among the highest civilian honors in India.
- These awards were instituted in 1954 to recognize distinguished and exceptional achievements and service in various fields.
- Eligibility for these awards is open to all individuals without distinction based on race, occupation, position, or gender.
Q.: What are the three categories of Padma Awards?
a) Gold, Silver, and Bronze
b) Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri
c) National, State, and Local
d) Civilian, Military, and Police
b) Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri
