President Murmu Presents SCOPE Eminence Awards

Current Context: On August 29, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu presented the SCOPE Eminence Awards 2022–23 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, recognizing excellence among Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs).

• Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) won in the Maharatna/Navratna category for institutional excellence in aerospace and defence.
• Goa Shipyard Ltd (GSL) received the award for Women Empowerment, highlighting inclusive HR practices.
• The awards were instituted by the Standing Conference of Public Enterprises (SCOPE) with support from the Department of Public Enterprises (DPE).
• President Murmu praised CPSEs for driving Aatmanirbhar Bharat, Make in India, and innovations like the Akashteer Air Defence System.

Question:

Q.1 Which organization won the Maharatna/Navratna category award for institutional excellence in aerospace and defence at the SCOPE Eminence Awards 2022–23?
a) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
b) Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
c) Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)
d) Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL)

Answer: a) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) was awarded in the Maharatna/Navratna category for its institutional excellence in aerospace and defence, reinforcing its role in India’s strategic manufacturing sector.