Question

Consider the following statements:
$1$. The $1995$ Jawaharlal Nehru Award for international understanding has been presented to Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak.
$2$. The Indian Government had instituted the Jawaharlal Nehru Award in $1965$.
$3$. The Jawaharlal Nehru Award includes a plaque, citation and Rs. $2500000$.
Which of the statements is/are correct?

• A. $1,2$ and $3$
• B. $1$ and $3$
• C. $1$ and $2$
• D. Only $1$

Answer 1

The correct option is A $1,2$ and $3$

As a tribute to the memory of the late Prime Minister Shri Jawaharlal Nehru and to his life-long dedication to the cause of world peace and international understanding, the Government of India instituted the Jawaharlal Nehru Award for International Understanding in 1965. The Award carries Rupees 2.5 million in cash and a citation. Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak was conferred the Jawaharlal Nehru Award for International Understanding for his unique role in providing stability and progress to his country, in upholding the Arab cause, in promoting peace and understanding in the region.