Who will be conferred by Gandhi Peace Prize for 2018?
A. Akshaya Patra Foundation
B. Sulabh International
C. Yohei Sasakawa
D. Vivekananda Kendra
Answer:C
Who will be conferred by Gandhi Peace Prize for 2018?
A. Akshaya Patra Foundation B. Sulabh International C. Yohei Sasakawa D. Vivekananda Kendra
Explanation: Gandhi Peace Prize for 2018 will be conferred on Yohei Sasakawa who is Goodwill Ambassador of the World Health Organization for Leprosy Eradication. The award will be given to Sasakawa in recognition of his work towards eradication of the disease in India and across the world. Ekal Abhiyan Trust has been chosen for the award for year 2017 while Akshaya Patra Foundation and Sulabh International will share the award for 2016. Vivekananda Kendra, Kanyakumari bagged the award for 2015. Vivekananda Kendra will be awarded for its contribution in rural development, education, development of natural resources. The award carries an amount of Rs 1 Crore, a Citation in a scroll, a plaque as well as an exquisite traditional handicraft/handloom item.