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    Question

    Which of the following statements about the 'Bharat

    Ratna' award is INCORRECT?  
    A It was introduced in the year 1954. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B The award includes a monetary grant of ₹10 lakh. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C The number of awards in a year is limited to a maximum of three. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D It can be awarded to any individual irrespective of race, occupation, position, or gender. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The 'Bharat Ratna,' India's highest civilian honor, was instituted in 1954. It is awarded in recognition of exceptional service of the highest order in any field of human endeavor. The award does not carry any monetary grant, making Option B incorrect. A maximum of three recipients can be honored in a single year.

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