With reference to Indira Gandhi Peace Prize, consider the following statements: 1. It aims to honour contributions to international peace, disarmament, and development. 2. The award is open to individuals or organizations from any country. 3. Mikhail Gorbachev and Gro Harlem Brundtland are the joint recipients of the Indira Gandhi Peace Prize in 2023. How many of the statements given above are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. With reference to Indira Gandhi Peace Prize, consider the following statements:
1.It aims to honour contributions to international peace, disarmament, and development.
2.The award is open to individuals or organizations from any country.
3.Mikhail Gorbachev and Gro Harlem Brundtland are the joint recipients of the Indira Gandhi Peace Prize in 2023.
How many of the statements given above are correct?

[A] Only one

[B] Only two

[C] All three

[D] None

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanations –

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The Indira Gandhi Prize, or the Indira Gandhi Peace Prize, also known as Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development, is the prestigious award accorded annually by Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust. It is awarded to individuals or organizations for their outstanding contributions to promoting international peace, disarmament, and development. The prize is open to both individuals and organizations from any country who have made significant contributions in the relevant fields.

Statement 3 is incorrect. The 2023 Indira Gandhi Peace Prize was jointly awarded to Daniel Barenboim and Ali Abu Awwad.

Source: The Hindu

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