Question: Who amongst the following received the Indira Gandhi Peace Prize for year 2017?
(a) Manmohan Singh
(b) Kailash Satyarthi
(c) Narendra Modi
(d) Bipin Rawat
Answer: (a)
Related Facts:
- On November 18th, 2017, Indira Gandhi Prize for peace, Disarmament and Development for 2017 was awarded to Dr. Manmohan Singh.
- Manmohan was chosen by an international jury headed by former President Pranab Mukherjee.
- He was being recognised for the leadership he provided to the country and for his achievements during the “momentous” ten years between 2004 and 201.4
- The International award named after former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi was instituted in 1986.
- This Prestigious award accorded annually by Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust.
- The award comprises a cash prize of 25 lakh and a citation.
Reference:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indira_Gandhi_Prize#cite_note-mms-1
https://www.nationalheraldindia.com/national/2017-indira-gandhi-peace-prize-goes-to-dr-manmohan-singh
http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/manmohan-singh-awarded-indira-gandhi-prize-for-peace-for-momentous-years-as-pm/1/1092601.html