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<p>The <b>Padma Vibhushan</b> ( , ) is the second-highest <a href="page.php?w=Indian_honours_system">civilian award</a> of the <a href="page.php?w=Republic_of_India">Republic of India</a>, after the <a href="page.php?w=Bharat_Ratna">Bharat Ratna</a>. Instituted on 2 January 1954, the award is given for "exceptional and distinguished service." All persons without distinction of race, occupation, position or sex are eligible for these awards. However, government servants including those working with <a href="page.php?w=public_sector_undertakings_in_India">public sector undertakings</a>,</p><p>
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