Karnataka Rajyotsava Awards 2022:
From 2023, the Karnataka government will no longer accept applications for Rajyotsava Awards. Instead, a panel will be formed to select the qualified candidates.
Highlights:
- The government is following the lead of the central government. Padma awardees are chosen solely by the central government.
- No applications are received from the candidates. The award is additionally called Rajyotsava Prahasti.
- It is the state`s second-highest civilian award, and it was presented on November 1. The award includes a trophy and a sum of one lakh rupees (20 grams).
- It was known as the Mysore State Award between 1966 and 1972.
- The awards are given to outstanding individuals in the fields of drugs, sports, science, arts, industry, education, public affairs, and welfare work.
Why November 1?
- Because November 1 is the Statehood Day of Karnataka. Per annum, Karnataka celebrates Rayotsava Day on November 1.
- On November 1, 1956, the state was established. Prior to 1956, the state was known as the State of Mysuru. In 1973, the name was changed to Karnataka.
- Karnataka was founded on the concept of language. On November 1, the following states were formed: Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Haryana, Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, and Madhya Pradesh.
Padma Awardees selection:
- During the republic day celebrations, the names of the Padma awardees are announced. The awards are presented at Rashtrapathi Bhavan by the President of India.
- These awards are presented within March or April. The Padma Awards Committee selects the awardees.
- The committee is chaired by the Prime Minister. Padma Bhushan, Padma Vibhushan, and Padma Shri are the three Padma awards presented.
- The Padma Shri award is given for distinguished service. The Padma Bhushan is awarded for distinguished service of the highest calibre.
- The Padma Vibhushan is presented for exceptional and distinguished service. Government servants aren`t eligible to urge these awards.
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