Bhagwan Mahaveer Peace National Award
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Bhanukeerthi Bhattaraka Swami of the Jain Mutt at Kambadahalli in Mandya district has been chosen for the ‘Bhagwan Mahaveer Peace National Award’.
About Award
- Establishment: 2017
- Sponsored by: Government of Karnataka
- It was established to recognise individuals or institutions that have rendered extraordinary service to society, reflecting the principles of peace and humanitarianism preached by Bhagwan Mahaveer.
- Cash Prize: ₹3 Lakh, a plaque, garland, and a commemorative statue (award).
- Frequency: Awarded annually by the Department of Kannada and Culture.
- First winner: Shivakumara Swamy
Sangolli Rayanna Award
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About Bhagwan Mahaveer Peace National Award
- Establishment: 2013
- Sponsored by: Government of Karnataka
- Purpose: Recognizes freedom fighters and activists contributing to Karnataka’s culture and heritage.
- It is for individuals who have made significant sacrifices or contributions to the protection and upliftment of the land, water, language, and culture.
- Cash Prize: ₹5 Lakh, a plaque, garland, and a commemorative statue (award).
- Frequency: Awarded annually by the Department of Kannada and Culture.
- First winner: Vatal Nagaraj
Daan Chintamani Attimabbe Award
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About Daan Chintamani Attimabbe Award
- Establishment: 1995
- Sponsored by: Government of Karnataka
- Purpose: Recognizes women poets and scholars for their contributions to Kannada literature.
- Cash Prize: ₹5 Lakh, a plaque, garland, and a commemorative statue (award).
- Frequency: Awarded annually by the Department of Kannada and Culture.
- First winner: T. Sunandamma.
- Recipients:Notable winners include Dr. Kamala Hampana (1998), Sara Abubakar (2001), Dr. Geeta Nagabhushana (2002), and Banu Mushtaq.
Dr Gubbi Veeranna Award
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Artiste G V Sharada (Tumakuru) awarded for the ‘Dr Gubbi Veeranna Award’
About Award
- Establishment: 1994
- Sponsored by: Government of Karnataka
- Purpose: To recognize excellence and service in the field of professional theatre.
- Cash Prize: ₹5 Lakh, a plaque, garland, and a commemorative statue (award).
- Frequency: Awarded annually by the Department of Kannada and Culture.
- First winner: Shri. Yenagi Ballappa