INDIA
Gandhian and veteran political leader - promoting Khadi and Gandhian thought for over 5 decades in public service.
Author and Educationist - 1st woman Vice Chancellor of Jamia Milia Islamia
India's First Chief of Defence Staff - former Chief of Army Staff (Posthumous)
125 year old living embodiment of Yoga, Dhyan and Sewa from Kashi - continues to serve all around him, despite his humble origins
Veteran Neurologist - globally renowned for his work in Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson's Disease
Progressive Horticulture Farmer from Saharanpur - specialising in modifying Singhara crop geometry and rotation practise
Prominent social worker from Mohali - working for the welfare and rehabilitation of Leprosy patients in Punjab
Khasi Scholar and Author - promoting Meghalaya's Khasi langauge globally
Traditional Laiphadibi Doll Maker from Imphal - preserving a 100+ year old art form
Celebrated Kannada Author and Social Activist - voice of the oppressed and backward classes (Posthumous)