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Aditya Nigam and Hilal Ahmad win Ramchandra Khan Social Science Award


Analysis

  • The Ramchandra Khan Social Science Award 2025 has been jointly awarded to Professor Aditya Nigam and Hilal Ahmad.
  • The award recognises original works in Hindi in the field of Social Sciences.
  • Aditya Nigam was honoured for his book Aasmaan Aur Bhi Hain: Vaicharik Swaraj Ke Taqaze.
  • Hilal Ahmad received the award for his book Allah Naam Ki Siyasat.
  • For the 2025 edition, books published between 2022 and 2024 were considered.
  • The selection committee highlighted the works for their global intellectual quality, creative vision, and profound discourse, with a lasting impact on Hindi social thought.
  • The award will be presented at a programme on 5 April, organised in memory of Ramchandra Khan.

Necessary Static Part

  • Ramchandra Khan Social Science Award: An annual award instituted by Lok Darshan Nyas, Patna.
  • Scope: Original Hindi writings in Social Sciences.
  • Award Components:
    • Cash prize of ₹1 lakh to each awardee
    • Certificate of appreciation
  • Founder-President: Ramchandra Khan, noted Gandhian thinker.
  • 2025 Selection Committee Members:
    • Yogendra Yadav
    • Manisha Priyam
    • Raj Kumar
    • Manindra Nath Thakur

Updated – 30 March 2025; 10:03 PM IST | News Source:The Hindu