President Murmu Confers Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar on 20 Children
President Murmu awarded 20 children with the prestigious Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar.
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20 children awarded Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP).
Awarded by President Droupadi Murmu.
Recognizes children aged 5-18 for achievements in innovation, social service, scholastic, sports, art & culture, and bravery.
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Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP) 2024 Highlights
A quick overview of the key facts from the recent PMRBP awards ceremony, highlighting the scale and scope of the recognition for India's youth.
- Awardees in 2024
- 20 Children
- Award Categories
- 6 Fields
- Age Group
- 5-18 Years
- Conferred By
- President Droupadi Murmu
Recognizes exceptional achievements of young talent across India.
Innovation, Social Service, Scholastic, Sports, Art & Culture, and Bravery.
Focuses on nurturing talent from early childhood through adolescence.
Signifies the national importance and highest recognition from the Head of State.
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Government schemes and policies for child welfare and development (GS2: Social Justice)
Constitutional provisions related to children's rights and protection (GS2: Polity)
Role and functions of the Ministry of Women and Child Development (GS2: Governance)
Social justice and inclusive development, particularly for vulnerable sections like children (GS2: Social Justice)
Promotion of innovation, skill development, and national talent (GS3: Economy/Science & Tech - indirectly)
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Summary
President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP) on 20 exceptional children for their outstanding achievements in various fields. This prestigious national award recognizes children aged 5-18 for their excellence in innovation, social service, scholastic, sports, art & culture, and bravery. The surprising fact is the diverse range of achievements, from developing innovative solutions to performing acts of bravery, showcasing the immense talent and potential of India's youth.
For a UPSC aspirant, this highlights the government's focus on child welfare, recognition of talent, and promotion of innovation and social responsibility (GS2 Social Justice, Governance). It's a key initiative under the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
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1. Consider the following statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP) and child welfare in India: 1. The PMRBP is conferred annually by the President of India on children aged 5-18 years for exceptional achievements. 2. The award categories include innovation, social service, sports, and bravery, but not scholastic achievements. 3. The Ministry of Women and Child Development is the nodal ministry for the implementation of the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A.1 only
- B.1 and 3 only
- C.2 and 3 only
- D.1, 2 and 3
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Answer: B
Statement 1 is correct. The PMRBP is indeed conferred annually by the President of India to children aged 5-18 years. Statement 2 is incorrect. The award categories include innovation, social service, scholastic, sports, art & culture, and bravery. Scholastic achievements are explicitly included. Statement 3 is correct. The Ministry of Women and Child Development is the nodal ministry for the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme, which is one of the flagship programs for early childhood care and development.
2. In the context of constitutional provisions for children in India, which of the following statements is NOT correct?
- A.Article 21A mandates the State to provide free and compulsory education for all children between the ages of six and fourteen years.
- B.Article 24 prohibits the employment of children below the age of fourteen years in any factory or mine or engaged in any other hazardous employment.
- C.Article 39(f) directs the State to ensure that children are given opportunities and facilities to develop in a healthy manner and in conditions of freedom and dignity.
- D.Article 45, as originally enacted, provided for early childhood care and education for all children until they complete the age of ten years.
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Answer: D
Statement A is correct. Article 21A, inserted by the 86th Amendment Act, 2002, makes elementary education a fundamental right. Statement B is correct. Article 24 is a fundamental right prohibiting child labour in hazardous occupations. Statement C is correct. Article 39(f) is a Directive Principle of State Policy (DPSP) aimed at protecting children. Statement D is NOT correct. Article 45, as originally enacted, provided for free and compulsory education for all children until they complete the age of fourteen years, not ten years. The 86th Amendment Act, 2002, changed the subject matter of Article 45 to 'early childhood care and education for all children until they complete the age of six years' and inserted Article 21A for the 6-14 age group.
3. With reference to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), consider the following statements: 1. India is a signatory and has ratified the UNCRC. 2. The Convention defines a child as any human being below the age of eighteen years, unless under the law applicable to the child, majority is attained earlier. 3. The four core principles of the UNCRC include non-discrimination, best interests of the child, right to life, survival and development, and respect for the views of the child. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A.1 only
- B.2 and 3 only
- C.1 and 3 only
- D.1, 2 and 3
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Answer: D
Statement 1 is correct. India signed the UNCRC in 1992 and ratified it, demonstrating its commitment to child rights. Statement 2 is correct. Article 1 of the UNCRC defines a child as every human being below the age of eighteen years unless, under the law applicable to the child, majority is attained earlier. Statement 3 is correct. The four core principles guiding the implementation of the UNCRC are: non-discrimination (Article 2), the best interests of the child (Article 3), the right to life, survival, and development (Article 6), and respect for the views of the child (Article 12).