Art And CultureGS1-Indian Heritage And Culture
National Film Awards Renamed
The 'Indira Gandhi Award' and 'Nargis Dutt Award' have been renamed, and cash prizes have been increased.
February 14, 2024
Key Points
- 1The Indira Gandhi Award for Best Debut Film of a Director has been renamed.
- 2The Nargis Dutt Award for Best Feature Film on National Integration has been renamed.
- 3The Dadasaheb Phalke Award winners will now get ₹15 lakh, up from ₹10 lakh.
- 4The Best Animation Film and Best Special Effects categories have been clubbed.
- 5The Best Actor award has been renamed 'Best Actor in a Leading Role'.
- 6The committee recommended that only one award be given in each category.
Important Terms
National Film AwardsAwards RenamedDadasaheb PhalkeBest Debut FilmBest Feature Film
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