President Murmu to Confer Padma Awards 2024; Five from Assam Honoured
President Droupadi Murmu will present the prestigious Padma Awards for 2024 on May 25.
Source: GNews Padma AwardsPresident Droupadi Murmu is set to confer the Padma Awards 2024 at Rashtrapati Bhavan on May 25. These awards are among India's highest civilian honours, recognizing exceptional contributions in various fields. This year, five individuals from Assam are among the honourees, highlighting their significant achievements. The Padma Awards aim to acknowledge and celebrate the dedication and impact of individuals who have made outstanding contributions to society, inspiring others through their work.
- The Padma Awards are conferred by the President of India at ceremonial functions held at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
- The awards are announced annually on the eve of Republic Day.
- There are three categories of Padma Awards: Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service), Padma Bhushan (for distinguished service of a high order), and Padma Shri (for distinguished service in any field).
- The awards recognize achievements in fields such as art, social work, public affairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, medicine, literature and education, sports, and civil service.
- The selection process involves recommendations from state governments, Union Territories, Ministries, Departments of the Government of India, and also includes self-nominations.
One of the highest civilian honours of India, instituted in 1954. They are given in three categories: Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri, recognizing distinguished service in various fields like art, social work, public affairs, science, medicine, literature, sports, and civil service.
The head of state of the Republic of India and the supreme commander of the Indian Armed Forces. The President is indirectly elected by an electoral college comprising the elected members of both houses of Parliament and the legislative assemblies of the states and union territories. The current President is Droupadi Murmu.
The official residence of the President of India, located in New Delhi. It is a vast mansion with 340 rooms, spread over 130 hectares, and includes the Mughal Gardens, large open spaces, residences of bodyguards and staff, and other offices.
Exams frequently ask about the categories of Padma Awards, the fields they cover, and the President's role in conferring them. Sometimes, prominent awardees from specific years are also asked.
Remember 'P-V-B-S' for the order of Padma Awards: Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri. V-B-S sounds like 'Very Best Service'.