PM Modi congratulates Major Abhilasha Barak on being conferred UN Military Gender Advocate Award
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Why in news
PM Modi congratulated Major Abhilasha Barak, the first woman combat helicopter pilot of the Indian Army, for receiving the UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award for her work with UNIFIL.
Background
Major Abhilasha Barak received the UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award for her outreach efforts with women and girls during her deployment in Lebanon. She is the first woman combat helicopter pilot of the Indian Army.
Facts for Prelims
- PostMajor Abhilasha Barak: First woman combat helicopter pilot of the Indian Army
- BodyUNIFIL: United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon
- FactUN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award: Recognizes outreach efforts with women and girls in peacekeeping
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of India's active participation in UN peacekeeping missions and its role in promoting gender inclusivity in global security frameworks.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Gender parity: Integration of women in combat roles as a catalyst for inclusive peacekeeping
- Diplomatic soft power: Leveraging peacekeeping contributions to enhance India's stature in multilateral forums
Keywords: UN Peacekeeping · Gender Advocacy · Gender Parity · Multilateralism · Soft Power
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