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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which country’s “Ekushey Padak” award is the second-highest civilian award?
A
Bangladesh
B
Benin
C
Poland
D
Denmark
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The government of Bangladesh has announced the names of 19 individuals and two institutions for the award of ‘Ekushey Padak’, the second highest civilian award of the country. The names were announced by the Culture Ministry on Sunday.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Independence Day Award (Bengali: ), also termed Independence Award (Bengali: ), Swadhinata Padak, and Swadhinata Puroskar, is the highest state award given by the government of Bangladesh.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Bir Sreshtho (Bengali: ) (The Most Valiant Hero), is the highest military award of Bangladesh. It was awarded to seven freedom fighters who showed utmost bravery and died in action for their nation. They are considered martyrs.

Detailed explanation-4: -Independence Day Award; the highest civilian award. Ekushey Padak; the second-highest civilian award.

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