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To which order was Radhakrishnan given honorary membership in 1963?
Knights Templar
Royal Order of Merit
Order of the Thistle
Order of the Phoenix
Answer
In 1963, Radhakrishnan was given honorary membership in the Royal Order of Merit, an order of chivalry founded in 1902 to reward distinguished personal service of the most exceptional character. The order is given to people who have made a significant contribution to the arts, literature, science, or public service. Radhakrishnan was given the award in recognition of his work as a philosopher and educator.
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