Padma Shri

British

/ ˈpʌdmə ˈʃriː /

noun

(in India) an award for distinguished service in any field

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Etymology

Origin of Padma Shri

Hindi: lotus decoration

Example Sentences

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The 79-year-old made headlines last month when he received the Padma Shri - a civilian honour awarded by the federal government - for his extraordinary contribution to promoting literacy and learning.

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He also received two of India's highest civilian awards - the Padma Shri and the Padma Bhushan - an uncommon distinction for a foreign national.

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Unusually for a foreign national, Sir Mark was accorded two of India's top civilian honours: the Padma Shri and the Padma Bhushan.

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Another photo shows Mr Ghulam Mohammed receiving the Padma Shri from President Droupadi Murmu in 2022, honoured for his craftsmanship with India's fourth-highest civilian award.

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Kumar received numerous awards over the years, including the Padma Shri - the fourth highest civilian award in India.

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