Droupadi Murmu "Broom Warrior" To Geneticist: 6 Key Padma Shri Awardees Honoured Today
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Why in news
President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Padma Awards 2024, honoring individuals for excellence in social work, arts, and science.
Background
A total of 65 individuals were honored at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The distribution included 2 Padma Vibhushan, 7 Padma Bhushan, and 56 Padma Shri awards.
Facts for Prelims
- PostPadma Awards: Highest civilian awards in India conferred by the President.
- FactPadma Vibhushan: Second-highest civilian award in India.
- FactPadma Shri: Third-highest civilian award in India.
- PlaceRashtrapati Bhavan: Official residence of the President of India in New Delhi.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of civilian awards in recognizing grassroots contributions and fostering a culture of national service in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Recognition gap: Difficulty in identifying and rewarding non-institutionalized grassroots social work
- Incentive structure: Balancing individual recognition with the promotion of collective community service
- Cultural preservation: Role of state honors in sustaining traditional arts and indigenous knowledge
Keywords: Civilian Honors · Grassroots Empowerment · Cultural Preservation · National Recognition · Social Contribution
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