Karpoori Thakur to Receive Bharat Ratna Posthumously: Honour for Former Bihar CM
Former Bihar Chief Minister Karpoori Thakur to be awarded India's highest civilian honour.
Source: GNews India HonoursFormer Bihar Chief Minister Karpoori Thakur will be posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honour. This announcement was made by the President's office. Thakur, a socialist leader, served as Bihar's Chief Minister twice, from December 1970 to June 1971 and from December 1977 to April 1979. He was known for his focus on the upliftment of backward classes and his policies on social justice. The award recognizes his significant contributions to Indian politics and society.
- Karpoori Thakur served as the Chief Minister of Bihar for two terms: 1970-1971 and 1977-1979.
- He was a prominent socialist leader known for his commitment to social justice and the welfare of backward classes.
- Thakur implemented significant policies, including the reservation for backward classes in government jobs in Bihar.
- He was also known for his simple lifestyle and integrity in public life.
- The Bharat Ratna is India's highest civilian award, recognizing exceptional service or performance of the highest order.
India's highest civilian award, instituted in 1954. It is awarded for exceptional service or performance of the highest order, without distinction of race, occupation, position, or sex. Recipients receive a Sanad (certificate) signed by the President and a peepal-leaf-shaped medallion.
An Indian politician who served as the 11th Chief Minister of Bihar. He was a socialist leader known for his pro-poor and pro-backward class policies, including implementing reservations and banning alcohol in Bihar. He was often referred to as 'Jan Nayak' (People's Leader).
A concept that all people should have equal access to wealth, health, well-being, justice, and opportunity. In India, it often relates to policies aimed at uplifting historically marginalized communities through measures like reservations.
Exams often ask about Bharat Ratna awardees, their contributions, and the year they received the award. Focus on the significance of their work.
Remember 'Bharat Ratna' for 'Bharat' (India) and 'Ratna' (Jewel), signifying it as the 'Jewel of India' and its highest honour.