With the announcement of the Bharat Ratna award, considered the Jewel of India, close at hand, the air is rife with speculation on who the deserving recipients this year will be. In this annual tradition on the eve of Republic Day, names like former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, industrialist Ratan Tata, and late Balasaheb Thackeray are being tossed around, along with others like Nitish Kumar, Naveen Patnaik, Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, and Jyotiba Phule. Instituted in 1954, this prestigious award is given to individuals for their extraordinary contributions, regardless of race, occupation, position, or gender, and is shaped like a platinum-rimmed peepal leaf with the words "Satyameva Jayate" on its reverse side.
Bharat Ratna: The Jewel of India
The Bharat Ratna, the highest civilian honour in India, is bestowed upon individuals for their exceptional contributions to the advancement of science, art, literature, sports, public service, and other spheres. Instituted in 1954, this prestigious award transcends distinctions of race, occupation, position, or gender.
Background
The Bharat Ratna was conceived by the first President of India, Dr. Rajendra Prasad, as a way to recognize the extraordinary achievements of Indian citizens. The award is named after the ancient Sanskrit term "Bharata," which refers to India. It is shaped like a platinum-rimmed peepal leaf, with the words "Satyameva Jayate" (Truth Alone Triumphs) inscribed on its reverse side.
Eligibility
Individuals eligible for the Bharat Ratna include:
Selection Process
The Bharat Ratna is awarded by the President of India on the recommendation of the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister consults with a jury consisting of the Chief Justice of India, the Speaker of the Lok Sabha (lower house of Parliament), the Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha (upper house of Parliament), and the three serving or retired judges of the Supreme Court.
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