The Haryana government recognizes exceptional social service with the:

Fakhr-e-Haryana Award
Mahatma Gandhi Seva Puraskar
Samaj Seva Ratna
None of the above

The correct answer is: Mahatma Gandhi Seva Puraskar.

The Mahatma Gandhi Seva Puraskar is a state award given by the Government of Haryana to individuals and institutions for outstanding service in the field of social work. The award was instituted in 1997 to commemorate the 125th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.

The award is given in three categories: individual, institution, and group. The individual award carries a cash prize of ₹1 lakh, a citation, and a memento. The institutional award carries a cash prize of ₹5 lakh, a citation, and a memento. The group award carries a cash prize of ₹2 lakh, a citation, and a memento.

The award is selected by a committee of eminent persons appointed by the government. The committee considers the following criteria for selection:

  • The nature and extent of the service rendered
  • The impact of the service on the community
  • The dedication and commitment of the individual or institution
  • The quality of the service

The award is presented by the Chief Minister of Haryana at a function held every year on Gandhi Jayanti.

The other options are incorrect because they are not awards given by the Government of Haryana for outstanding service in the field of social work.

  • Fakhr-e-Haryana Award is a state award given by the Government of Haryana to individuals and institutions for outstanding contribution in the field of art, culture, literature, education, sports, and social service.
  • Samaj Seva Ratna is an award given by the Indian Council of Social Welfare to individuals and institutions for outstanding service in the field of social work.
  • None of the above is an award given by the Government of Haryana for outstanding service in the field of social work.