Bhavya Bharat Bhushan Award 2026

Current Context: The Bhavya Bharat Bhushan Award was inaugurated on Mahashivratri, 16 February 2026, at the Isha Yoga Center, Coimbatore, by Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh as chief guest.

• This new national honour celebrates excellence in national security, science & technology, sports, arts, business, literature, and social service.
• The inaugural awardees included leaders such as Dr. Tessy Thomas (Missile Scientist), Rohan Bopanna (Tennis Champion), Dr. Devi Shetty (Cardiac Surgeon), Sonu Nigam (Musician), Anand Mahindra (Business Leader), and Sudha Murty (Author & Philanthropist).
• Each recipient was recognised for their extraordinary contributions to India’s progress and global standing.
• The award reflects India’s vision of a “Bhavya Bharat” (Grand India), blending tradition, innovation, and service.

Question:

Q.1 Which noted industrialist was among the first recipients of the Bhavya Bharat Bhushan Award?
a) Mukesh Ambani
b) Ratan Tata
c) Anand Mahindra
d) Kumar Mangalam Birla

Answer: c) Anand Mahindra was honoured for leadership in business and contribution to India’s global economic presence.