SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 28

SSC GD Const 2025 (English) - 18 Feb 2025 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q28

In which year was veteran actor and Bharatanatyam dancer Vyjayanthimala Bali given the Padma Vibhushan award?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 2024.

Vyjayanthimala Bali was awarded the Padma Vibhushan in 2024. She had earlier received the Padma Shri in 1968 for her contribution to the arts. In 2024, the Government of India conferred the Padma Vibhushan on her during a civil investiture ceremony in recognition of her lifetime achievements in acting and classical dance.