Indira Gandhi Peace Prize
About
- The Indira Gandhi Prize, formally known as the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development is awarded annually to individuals and organizations promoting international peace and development.
- Named after former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, it is being conferred every year since 1986 by Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust.
- The prize is awarded to a person or organization without any distinction of nationality, race or religion and includes a cash award of Rs 1 crore and a trophy with a citation.
Why in News?
- Mozambican rights activist and humanitarian Graca Machel has been selected for the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development for 2025.