Padma Awards 2023 Announced: Mulayam Singh Yadav, S.M. Krishna, Zakir Hussain Among Recipients
India's second-highest civilian honours recognize contributions in various fields for 2023.
Source: GNews Padma AwardsThe Government of India announced the Padma Awards for 2023, recognizing individuals for their exceptional contributions in diverse fields. Six individuals were awarded Padma Vibhushan, nine received Padma Bhushan, and 91 were honored with Padma Shri. Notable recipients of the Padma Vibhushan include former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mulayam Singh Yadav (posthumous), former Karnataka Chief Minister S.M. Krishna, and tabla maestro Zakir Hussain. The awards aim to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of citizens who have made significant impact on society, promoting national pride and in
- Six individuals were awarded the Padma Vibhushan, India's second-highest civilian award, in 2023.
- Nine individuals received the Padma Bhushan, the third-highest civilian award, in 2023.
- Ninety-one individuals were honored with the Padma Shri, the fourth-highest civilian award, in 2023.
- Mulayam Singh Yadav (posthumous) was awarded Padma Vibhushan for Public Affairs.
- Zakir Hussain received Padma Vibhushan for Art, and S.M. Krishna for Public Affairs.
One of the highest civilian honours of India, instituted in 1954. Awarded in three categories: Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service), Padma Bhushan (for distinguished service of a high order), and Padma Shri (for distinguished service in any field).
An Indian politician who served as the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh for three terms and as the Minister of Defence in the Union Government. He was a prominent leader of the Samajwadi Party.
An Indian tabla virtuoso, composer, percussionist, music producer, and film actor. He is a recipient of the Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan, and now Padma Vibhushan, recognized globally for his contributions to music.
Exams frequently ask about the different categories of Padma Awards (Vibhushan, Bhushan, Shri) and prominent recipients, especially those in news or from specific fields like art, science, or public affairs.
Remember the order of Padma Awards by their initial letters: V-B-S (Vibhushan, Bhushan, Shri) - like 'Very Big Success' in descending order of prestige.