Gandhi Peace Prize — Set 5

Correct Answer: A. Social and Economic transformation

• **Social and Economic transformation** = The Gandhi Peace Prize is awarded for contributions to **social and economic transformation** through non-violent and Gandhian methods. • **₹1.5 crore** — The award carries a significant cash prize of **₹1.5 crore** (15 million) Indian Rupees, along with a plaque and a citation. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Scientific research]: While important, this is not the primary focus or area of recognition for the Gandhi Peace Prize; [Classical music]: This falls under cultural or artistic achievement, not the award's scope; [Sports excellence]: This is recognized by various sports awards, not the Gandhi Peace Prize.

Correct Answer: B. The Chief Justice of India

• **The Chief Justice of India** = **The Chief Justice of India** is a key member of the Gandhi Peace Prize Jury, alongside the Prime Minister. • **5** — The jury typically consists of **5** members, including the Prime Minister, Chief Justice, and Speaker of Lok Sabha, ensuring diverse and high-level representation. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [The President]: The President generally confers awards but is not a part of the selection jury for this prize; [The Home Minister]: While a significant cabinet position, the Home Minister is not typically on this specific award jury; [The Foreign Secretary]: A senior bureaucrat, but not a member of the high-level jury for this award.

Correct Answer: B. Tanzania

• **Tanzania** = Julius Nyerere, the first recipient of the Gandhi Peace Prize, was the leader of **Tanzania**. • **1995** — He received the inaugural award in **1995** for his contributions to social, economic, and political transformation through non-violent methods. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [South Africa]: Nelson Mandela was from South Africa, not Nyerere; [Kenya]: Jomo Kenyatta was a prominent leader of Kenya, not Nyerere; [Nigeria]: Nnamdi Azikiwe was a key figure in Nigeria's independence, not Nyerere.

Correct Answer: C. Annually

• **Annually** = The Gandhi Peace Prize is intended to be awarded **annually** by the Government of India to acknowledge contributions to peace. • **1995** — The award was established in **1995** with a clear mandate for annual recognition, though sometimes awards for multiple years are announced together. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Monthly]: This frequency is too high for such a prestigious national award; [Quarterly]: Similar to monthly, this is too frequent for the award's stature; [Biennially]: While some awards are biennial, the Gandhi Peace Prize is officially annual.

Correct Answer: B. Gorakhpur

• **Gorakhpur** = Gita Press, the recipient of the 2021 Gandhi Peace Prize, is located in **Gorakhpur**, Uttar Pradesh, renowned as one of the world's largest publishers of religious texts. • **2021** — Gita Press received the award for the year **2021** for its outstanding contributions to social and cultural transformation through non-violent methods. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Varanasi]: A major religious city in UP, but not the location of Gita Press; [Lucknow]: The capital of Uttar Pradesh, but not where Gita Press is situated; [Prayagraj]: Formerly Allahabad, another important city in UP, but not home to Gita Press.

Correct Answer: B. Baba Amte

• **Baba Amte** = A renowned social worker who dedicated his life to the service of leprosy patients and founded Anandwan for their rehabilitation. • **1999** — Baba Amte was awarded the Gandhi Peace Prize in this year for his profound work. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Medha Patkar: Known for the Narmada Bachao Andolan, not primarily leprosy work; Aruna Roy: Known for the Right to Information movement; Kiran Bedi: India's first female IPS officer and social activist.

Correct Answer: B. 1995

• **1995** = The year the Gandhi Peace Prize was instituted by the Government of India. • **125th birth anniversary** — The prize was launched to commemorate this milestone of Mahatma Gandhi's birth. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: 1969: Gandhi's birth centenary was celebrated; 1985: No direct link to the Gandhi Peace Prize institution; 2000: The prize was already established by this year.

Correct Answer: A. 1 Crore Rupees

• **1 Crore Rupees** = The significant cash amount awarded with the Gandhi Peace Prize. • **Plaque and citation** — These are the other components included in the Gandhi Peace Prize, alongside the cash award. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: 50 Lakh Rupees: This is half the actual prize money; 5 Crore Rupees: This is five times the actual prize money; 10 Crore Rupees: This is ten times the actual prize money.

Correct Answer: A. Akshaya Patra Foundation

• **Akshaya Patra Foundation** = This organization was awarded the Gandhi Peace Prize for its extensive mid-day meal program in Indian schools. • **Millions of children** — The foundation provides nutritious food to this many children, improving their health and school attendance. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Ekal Abhiyan: Focuses on rural education and tribal welfare; Ramakrishna Mission: Engaged in spiritual, educational, and philanthropic activities; Sulabh International: Known for its work in sanitation and hygiene.

Correct Answer: C. No restriction

• **No restriction** = The Gandhi Peace Prize is open to all persons and institutions, regardless of nationality, race, language, or creed. • **Universal message** — This policy reflects Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy that transcends national borders. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Only for Indians: This would limit the prize's global impact; Only for South Africans: While Gandhi had strong ties to South Africa, the prize is not exclusive to them; Only for Asian citizens: This would also restrict the universal nature of the award.