Gandhi Peace Prize — Set 4
Awards & Honors · गांधी शांति पुरस्कार · Questions 31–40 of 50
Which Gandhi Peace Prize winner is also a recipient of the Bharat Ratna?
Correct Answer: A. Nelson Mandela
Both Nelson Mandela and Mother Teresa have received India's highest civilian honor and the Gandhi Peace Prize. Mandela was the second non-Indian to receive the Bharat Ratna. Mother Teresa was recognized for her selfless service to the poorest of the poor.
The award for the year 2017 was given to which institution?
Correct Answer: A. Ekal Abhiyan Trust
Ekal Abhiyan Trust was selected for its contribution towards education and health in tribal areas. It focuses on the holistic development of rural villages through self-reliance. The organization has been a silent worker in the field of social transformation for years.
Which award is considered the 'Nobel Prize equivalent' from the Indian government for peace?
Correct Answer: B. Gandhi Peace Prize
Due to its international eligibility and high prize money, it is often compared to the Nobel Peace Prize. It represents India's commitment to Gandhian values on the world stage. The rigorous selection process adds to this global reputation.
Which individual received the prize in 1998?
Correct Answer: A. Ramakrishna Mission
Ramakrishna Mission was recognized for its century-long service in the fields of education, healthcare, and disaster relief. It was founded by Swami Vivekananda to practice 'Service to Man as Service to God'. This was the first time the award was given to an institution.
What is the typical time gap for announcing the Gandhi Peace Prize?
Correct Answer: B. Annually
The award is meant to be announced annually to recognize ongoing contributions to peace. However, announcements are sometimes clubbed together for multiple years. The government strives to maintain the regularity of this high honor.
Which year did Sultan Qaboos of Oman pass away, after which he was awarded the prize posthumously?
Correct Answer: C. 2020
Sultan Qaboos passed away in early 2020 and was honored for the 2019 prize in 2021. He was a great friend of India and instrumental in strengthening ties between the two nations. His peaceful leadership left a lasting impact on the Middle East.
Which Gandhian value is specifically mentioned in the award's preamble?
Correct Answer: B. Non-violence
Non-violence (Ahimsa) is the core criterion for the prize as it was Gandhi's greatest weapon. The award seeks to celebrate those who use this principle to solve complex societal problems. It is the defining characteristic of all the recipients' work.
Who was the Prime Minister when the prize was instituted in 1995?
Correct Answer: B. P.V. Narasimha Rao
P.V. Narasimha Rao's government instituted the prize as part of the nationwide celebrations of Gandhi's birth anniversary. This period marked a renewed focus on projecting India's soft power and cultural values. Rao himself was a scholar and a polyglot.
Which awardee is famous for the 'Truth and Reconciliation Commission'?
Correct Answer: A. Nelson Mandela
The correct answer is 'Nelson Mandela'. Both leaders were central to the commission that helped South Africa move past the trauma of apartheid. The commission prioritized forgiveness and restorative justice over punishment. This is considered a textbook example of Gandhian conflict resolution.
Can the Gandhi Peace Prize be given to an individual and an organization jointly in the same year?
Correct Answer: A. Yes
The rules allow the prize to be shared between two separate entities to recognize collaborative or diverse efforts. This happened in the year 2000 between Nelson Mandela and Grameen Bank. It allows for a broader recognition of peaceful work.