He was awarded Bharat Ratna posthumously.
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Current Awards and Honours cover recently announced national and international awards. In India, Padma Awards are announced on Republic Day (January 26), while the Nobel Prize, Pulitzer Prize, Magsaysay Award, and other international awards are announced annually. Tracking current award recipients is essential for competitive exams as 2-3 questions are asked in SSC, UPSC, and banking exams.
The Bharat Ratna is India highest civilian award. Recipients have included former Prime Ministers, scientists, and sports personalities. The award is given for exceptional service to the nation in fields like arts, literature, science, public service, and sports. Bharat Ratna recipients and the reason for their award are important for current affairs in UPSC and SSC exams.
The Ramon Magsaysay Award is considered Asia Nobel Prize, awarded annually for outstanding contributions in public service, community leadership, and journalism. It was established in 1957 to honor the late Philippine President. Notable Indian recipients include Arvind Kejriwal, Kiran Bedi, T.N. Sheshan, and others. Current year recipients are important for competitive exam current affairs.
The National Film Awards are given annually by the Government of India to recognize excellence in Indian cinema. Categories include Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Regional Film, etc. Announced by the Directorate of Film Festivals, they are presented at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. National Film Award winners are frequently asked in SSC and banking exams.
The Sahitya Akademi Award is India second highest literary honour after the Jnanpith Award. It is given annually by Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters) for the most outstanding books written in 24 Indian languages. Sahitya Akademi Award winners, Jnanpith Award recipients, and other literary awards are important for the GK sections of competitive exams.
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