President Droupadi Murmu awarded the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar, 2024 to 19 exceptional children in New Delhi on January 22, 2024.
- The awardees were selected from all regions of the country and recognized for their outstanding achievements in Art and Culture, Bravery, Innovation, Social Service, and Sports.
- Among the 19 awardees, there are nine boys and ten girls representing 18 States and Union Territories, including two Aspirational Districts.
- The age group of the awardees ranges from 5 to 18 years.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to interact with the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar awardees on January 23.
- The awardees will also participate in the Republic Day parade on January 26.
Q: Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar is awarded in which of the following categories?
a. Educational Excellence, Scientific Achievement, and Leadership
b. Art and Culture, Bravery, Innovation, Social Service, and Sports
c. Academic Achievements and Technological Advancements
d. Environmental Conservation and Community Development
Ans : b. Art and Culture, Bravery, Innovation, Social Service, and Sports
