About Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar:
- It is a prestigious national honour conferred annually by the Government of India.
- It is awarded to children for exceptional excellence in Bravery, Art & Culture, Environment, Social Service, Science & Technology, and Sports.
- The Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar organized by the Ministry of Women and Child Development Government of India.
- Eligibility for Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar:
- A child should be an Indian Citizen.
- Age: A child above the age of 5 years and not exceeding 18 years (as of 31st July of respective year).
- The act/incident/achievement should have been within 2 years of the last date of receipt of application/nomination for the year of consideration.
- The number of awards will be 25, however, any relaxation to this maximum number may be permitted at the discretion of the National Selection Committee.
- Each awardee will receive a medal, certificate and citation booklet.
