Arti, an 18-year-old Pink E-Rickshaw driver from Uttar Pradesh from Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, won the Amal Clooney Women’s Empowerment Award on 22 May 2024.
- The award was presented at the Prince’s Trust Awards in London, where Arti met King Charles III at Buckingham Palace.
- Arti’s work centers on the Pink E-rickshaw initiative in India, offering safe, eco-friendly transportation for women with battery-powered rickshaws that reduce pollution.
- The award honors young women who have overcome adversity and made a significant impact on their community.
- Arti’s work in a male-dominated field has improved women’s safety in her community, and she aims to secure a better future for her daughter.
- Arti traveled to the Buckingham Palace reception in a pink rickshaw, symbolizing sustainable transport.
- The Prince’s Trust International, founded by King Charles, supports young people in 20 countries.
- Project Lehar, in collaboration with the Prince’s Trust International and the Aga Khan Foundation, introduced Arti to the Pink E-Rickshaw scheme.
- Arti’s journey from a small village to Buckingham Palace highlights determination, innovation, and community impact.
Q: What prestigious award did Arti, Pink E-Rickshaw driver from Uttar Pradesh win on 22 May 2024?
A) Nobel Peace Prize
B) Amal Clooney Women’s Empowerment Award
C) International Women of Courage Award
D) Global Humanitarian Award
Ans : B) Amal Clooney Women’s Empowerment Award
