Awards & Honors MCQs

The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, through the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), is responsible for administering awards related to public administration and governance excellence.

The Prime Minister's Award for Excellence in Public Administration is a prestigious award recognizing outstanding work in public service. In 2026, this award continues to be a key honor.

Such national innovation awards typically encourage participation from a wide range of innovators, including individuals, startups, small and medium enterprises, and research bodies.

The award specifically focuses on innovations that contribute to sustainability, which includes tackling environmental issues and improving resource utilization.

The Department of Science and Technology (DST) often plays a key role in recognizing and promoting innovation in science and technology, including sustainable technologies.

The Sahitya Akademi Yuva Puraskar is specifically for young writers, and the age limit is typically set at 35 years as of January 1st of the award year.

The Yuva Puraskar is given for an outstanding book published in any of the 24 major Indian languages during the preceding year.

The Sahitya Akademi, India's National Academy of Letters, is responsible for announcing the Yuva Puraskar.

Dr. Sharma's AI-driven diagnostic tools significantly improved the speed and accuracy of detecting diseases like cancer and neurological disorders, leading to better patient outcomes and earning her the 2026 international innovation prize.

The 'Global Innovator of the Year' prize, awarded to Dr. Anya Sharma in 2026, is an initiative of The Rockefeller Foundation, recognizing transformative scientific advancements.