The 'Gandhi Peace Prize' is given by the Government of India. The first recipient was: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Gandhi Peace Prize' is given by the Government of India. The first recipient was:
A. Kofi Annan
B. Julius Nyerere
C. Nelson Mandela
D. Desmond Tutu
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The first recipient was Julius Nyerere in 1995.

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Which of the following awards is given for a specific literary work (a single book)?
A. Saraswati Samman
B. Vyasa Samman
C. Jnanpith Award
D. Sahitya Akademi Award

Correct Answer: Option D


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Sahitya Akademi Award is given for a specific book written in any of the 22 major Indian languages. Jnanpith is for overall contribution.

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A. Kabir Samman
B. Tansen Samman
C. Kalidas Samman
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Correct Answer: Option B


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The 'Subhash Chandra Bose Award' is given for:
A. Scientific research
B. Gallantry
C. International peace
D. Social service

Correct Answer: Option B


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Subhash Chandra Bose Award is given to police personnel for gallantry. Actually, there is the 'Subhash Chandra Bose Award' instituted by the Government of India for brave acts by police? Yes, it's a gallantry award for police. So answer A.

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