Who amongst the following are members of the Jury to select the recipient of 'Gandhi Peace Prize'?

Indian Polity ·Previously asked in UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025

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Question

Who amongst the following are members of the Jury to select the recipient of 'Gandhi Peace Prize'?

I. The President of India

II. The Prime Minister of India

III. The Chief Justice of India

IV. The Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

  1. A. II and IV only
  2. B. I, II and III
  3. C. II, III and IV (Correct answer)
  4. D. I and III only

Correct Answer

Option C — II, III and IV

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is II, III and IV.

Key Points

  • The Gandhi Peace Prize Jury consists of: the Prime Minister of India (Chairperson), the Chief Justice of India, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, and one eminent person.
  • The President of India is NOT a member of the jury.
  • From the listed options: PM (II), CJI (III), and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha (IV) are jury members.
  • The President (I) is not.