UPSC Prelims 2009·GS1·polity-and-governance·social justice and international relations

With reference to Stree Shakti Puraskar, for which one of the following is “Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Award” given?

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  1. AAdministrative skills
  2. BAchievements in Scientific Research
  3. CAchievements in Sports and Games
  4. DCourage and valourCorrect

Explanation

The Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Award is one of the categories under the Nari Shakti Puraskar formerly known as Stree Shakti Puraskar. This specific award is named after the Maratha queen Ahilyabai Holkar and is presented to individuals for their exemplary courage and valour. It recognizes women who have demonstrated bravery or stood up against injustice and social evils in difficult circumstances. The other options are incorrect because separate categories or different government awards exist for administration, science, and sports. Therefore, courage and valour is the correct field associated with this award.
polity-and-governance: With reference to Stree Shakti Puraskar, for which one of the following is “Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Award” given?
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