Dronacharya Awards and Arjuna Awards

Dronacharya Awards and Arjuna Awards

• Dronacharya Awards was instituted in 1985 to honour eminent coaches, who have outstandingly and consistently motivated sportspersons to the highest performance in international events.
• Arjuna Awards was institutd in 196 as the highest national recognition for outstanding performance in sports and games at the international level.

Bravery and Gallantry Awards

Bravery and Gallantry Awards
National Bravery Awards was started in 1957 by the Indian Council for child Welfare. The award was to recognize and honour children who performed outstanding deeds of bravery and selfless sacrifice.

Gallantry Awards – The Ashok Chakra series of awards are open to civilians. These awards are biannual and are given on the Republic Day and Independence Day.