Veer Bal Diwas and Prime Minister's National Child Award

Why in the news?

• The Ministry of Women and Child Development will celebrate Veer Bal Diwas on 26 December 2024.
• It will be organized at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
• The Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP) will be presented on this occasion.
• This time 17 children from 14 states/union territories have been selected for this award.
  • These include 7 boys and 10 girls.
• President Smt. Draupadi Murmu will confer the award to these children.
• Each winner will be given a medal, certificate and citation booklet.

Veer Bal Diwas

• Veer Bal Diwas is celebrated to remember the sacrifice of Guru Gobind Singh Ji's Sahibzaade, Zorawar Singh Ji and Fateh Singh Ji.
• These two Sahibzadas sacrificed their lives for religion while facing the atrocities of the Mughal ruler Aurangzeb.

Why is it celebrated on 26 December?

• On December 26, 1704, these two Sahibzadas were bricked into the wall.
• That is why it was decided to celebrate this day as Veer Bal Diwas.

What is the Prime Minister's National Bal Puraskar?

• The Prime Minister's National Bal Puraskar is a prestigious award given by the Government of India to children for their outstanding contribution in various fields.
• This award is given to inspire children and recognize their outstanding work.
• The Prime Minister's National Bal Puraskar is given by the Government of India in 7 categories for exceptional achievements.
• These include-
  • Art and Culture, Bravery, Innovation, Science and Technology, Social Service, Sports and Environment.