The Padma Bhushan is the third-highest civilian award in India, after the Bharat Ratna and Padma Vibhushan.
It is awarded for “distinguished service of a high order” in fields like art, public affairs, medicine, science, sports, literature, and social work.
Established: 1954
Announced: On Republic Day
Presented by: President of India at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
