With reference to ‘Padma Awards’ consider the following statements:1. A Padma awardee cannot be given a higher award.2.The Padma Awards Committee is headed by the President of India.3.Government employees working in the state secretariat are not eligible for these awards.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 3 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 2 only

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 and 2 are incorrect. A Padma awardee can be given a higher award. The Padma Awards Committee is headed by the Cabinet Secretary.

Statement 3 is correct. Government servants including those working with PSUs, except doctors and scientists, are not eligible for these awards.