CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The highest national award of Bangladesh ‘Swadhinata Puraskar 2020’ was conferred on eight distinguished persons and an educational institute on Thursday. The award function was organised in Dhaka.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Independence Award has been given every year since 1977 on the occasion of the independence day on 26 March. Each awardee receives a gold medal, a certificate of honour, and a sum of Taka 5 lacs.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Bir Sreshtho (Bengali: ) (Valiant of Courage), is the highest military award of Bangladesh. It was awarded to seven freedom fighters who showed utmost bravery and died in action for their nation.

Detailed explanation-4: -Ekushey Padak (Bengali: ; lit. “Twentyfirst Award") is the second highest civilian award in Bangladesh, introduced in memory of the martyrs of the Bengali Language Movement of 1952. The award is given to recognize contributions in a number of fields, including culture, education, and economics.