The Chaudhary Devi Lal Award is given for outstanding contribution to public administration. It is a national award instituted by the Government of India in 1993 to recognize and reward outstanding contributions in the field of public administration. The award is given annually to a person who has made significant contributions to the development of public administration in India. The award consists of a cash prize, a citation, and a plaque.
The award is named after Chaudhary Devi Lal, who was a former Chief Minister of Haryana and a prominent leader of the Janata Party. He was a strong advocate of good governance and efficient public administration. The award is given by the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Government of India.
The award is open to all Indian citizens who have made significant contributions to the field of public administration. The award is given on the basis of the following criteria:
- Contribution to the development of public administration in India
- Excellence in the field of public administration
- Integrity and honesty in public life
- Service to the people of India
The award is a prestigious recognition of outstanding contributions in the field of public administration. It is a great honor to be awarded the Chaudhary Devi Lal Award.
Agriculture, sports, and social work are all important fields, but they are not the focus of the Chaudhary Devi Lal Award. The award is specifically given for outstanding contribution to public administration.