Internal Security
On October 31, 2025, marking the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) announced the Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak for 1,466 police personnel from States, Union Territories, CAPFs, and CPOs, celebrating their exemplary service and dedication.
The Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak, instituted through an MHA notification on 1 February 2024, is a national-level police award recognising professional excellence, bravery, and integrity in policing and security operations.
The award aims to inspire higher professional standards, reward excellence in Special Operations, Investigation, Intelligence, and Forensic Science, and uphold the core values of discipline and service within India’s law enforcement framework.
MCQ
Which ministry administers the Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak?
(a) Ministry of Defence
(b) Ministry of Home Affairs
(c) Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
(d) Ministry of Law and Justice
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