Recently, Mozambican humanitarian and rights activist Graça Machel has been selected for the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development for 2025. She is globally recognized for her work in human rights, women’s empowerment, and child welfare.
About the Indira Gandhi Peace Prize
The Indira Gandhi Peace Prize, formally known as the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament, and Development, was instituted in 1986 in memory of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.It is awarded annually by the Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust to individuals or organizations, without any distinction of nationality, race, or religion.
Nature of the Award
The award consists of:
A monetary prize of ₹25 lakh
A citation
Objectives of the Award
The prize is awarded in recognition of outstanding contributions in the following areas:
Promoting international peace, disarmament, and harmony among nations
Advancing racial equality and goodwill
Encouraging economic cooperation and a just international economic order
Accelerating the development of developing countries
Ensuring the use of science and technology for the benefit of humanity
Expanding freedom and enriching the human spirit
Conclusion
The Indira Gandhi Peace Prize is a prestigious international award that honours efforts toward peace, development, and human welfare. The selection of Graça Machel for 2025 highlights the continued global relevance of humanitarian work and social justice initiatives.
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