{"id":44091,"date":"2025-12-28T17:54:33","date_gmt":"2025-12-28T12:24:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=44091"},"modified":"2025-12-28T17:54:35","modified_gmt":"2025-12-28T12:24:35","slug":"rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025: National Science Awards Presented by President of India"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#Rashtriya_Vigyan_Puraskar_2025_awarded_by_President_Droupadi_Murmu_highlights_Indias_top_scientific_achievements_innovators_and_team_contributions_in_science_and_technology\" >Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025 awarded by President Droupadi Murmu highlights India\u2019s top scientific achievements, innovators, and team contributions in science and technology.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#President_of_India_Presents_Rashtriya_Vigyan_Puraskar_2025_at_Rashtrapati_Bhavan\" >President of India Presents Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025 at Rashtrapati Bhavan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#Importance_of_Awards_in_Promoting_Science_and_Innovation\" >Importance of Awards in Promoting Science and Innovation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important_for_Competitive_Exams\" >Why This News Is Important for Competitive Exams<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#National_Recognition_for_Scientific_Excellence\" >National Recognition for Scientific Excellence<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#Policy_Focus_on_Science_and_Technology\" >Policy Focus on Science and Technology<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#Encouraging_Youth_and_Team_Innovation\" >Encouraging Youth and Team Innovation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#Origin_and_Evolution_of_Rashtriya_Vigyan_Puraskar\" >Origin and Evolution of Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#Awards_Structure_and_Categories\" >Awards Structure and Categories<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#Importance_in_Indias_Scientific_Landscape\" >Importance in India\u2019s Scientific Landscape<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#Key_Takeaways_from_Rashtriya_Vigyan_Puraskar_2025\" >Key Takeaways from Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#1_What_is_the_Rashtriya_Vigyan_Puraskar\" >1. What is the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#2_Who_presented_the_Rashtriya_Vigyan_Puraskar_2025\" >2. Who presented the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#3_How_many_categories_are_there_in_the_Rashtriya_Vigyan_Puraskar\" >3. How many categories are there in the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#4_Who_was_awarded_the_Vigyan_Ratna_Puraskar_2025\" >4. Who was awarded the Vigyan Ratna Puraskar 2025?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#5_Which_team_received_the_Vigyan_Team_Award_2025\" >5. Which team received the Vigyan Team Award 2025?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#6_Why_is_the_Rashtriya_Vigyan_Puraskar_important_for_students_preparing_for_competitive_exams\" >6. Why is the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar important for students preparing for competitive exams?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#7_Which_sectors_of_science_does_the_award_cover\" >7. Which sectors of science does the award cover?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rashtriya-vigyan-puraskar-2025\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rashtriya_Vigyan_Puraskar_2025_awarded_by_President_Droupadi_Murmu_highlights_Indias_top_scientific_achievements_innovators_and_team_contributions_in_science_and_technology\"><\/span>Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025 awarded by President Droupadi Murmu highlights India\u2019s top scientific achievements, innovators, and team contributions in science and technology.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"President_of_India_Presents_Rashtriya_Vigyan_Puraskar_2025_at_Rashtrapati_Bhavan\"><\/span><strong>President of India Presents Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025 at Rashtrapati Bhavan<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On <strong>December 23, 2025<\/strong>, the <strong>Honorable President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu<\/strong>, presented the <strong>Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025<\/strong>, one of India\u2019s most prestigious national science awards, at a grand ceremony held at <strong>Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi<\/strong>. The event was organized to recognize excellence in scientific research, innovation and technology for strengthening India\u2019s scientific ecosystem. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In its <strong>second edition<\/strong>, the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar honored <strong>24 exceptional scientists and innovators<\/strong> across four distinct categories: <strong>Vigyan Ratna<\/strong>, <strong>Vigyan Shri<\/strong>, <strong>Vigyan Yuva \u2013 Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar<\/strong>, and <strong>Vigyan Team Award<\/strong>. These awards highlight outstanding contributions in diverse fields such as agriculture, physics, biology, chemistry, engineering, environmental science, space science, and innovatio<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ceremony was attended by key dignitaries including the <strong>Union Minister of Science &amp; Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh<\/strong>, along with luminaries from India\u2019s scientific community. The awards recognize both lifetime achievements and groundbreaking contributions by scientists at different stages of their careers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Among the awardees, <strong>Prof. Jayant Vishnu Narlikar<\/strong> was conferred the <strong>Vigyan Ratna Puraskar 2025<\/strong> posthumously for his lifelong contributions to astrophysics and cosmology. The <strong>CSIR Aroma Mission Team<\/strong> received the <strong>Vigyan Team Award<\/strong> for revolutionizing aromatic crop cultivation and supporting rural entrepreneurship through science-led solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_of_Awards_in_Promoting_Science_and_Innovation\"><\/span><strong>Importance of Awards in Promoting Science and Innovation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar plays a crucial role in encouraging scientific research in India by honoring achievements that have a significant impact on national development and global competitiveness. Recognizing innovative work inspires young researchers to pursue solutions to real-world challenges through rigorous scientific inquiry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Highlighting excellence in multiple scientific domains, these awards also reaffirm the Indian government\u2019s commitment to fostering an innovation-driven economy and strengthening the nation\u2019s position as a global leader in science and technology. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Rashtriya-Vigyan-Puraskar-2025\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025\" title=\"Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important_for_Competitive_Exams\"><\/span><strong>Why This News Is Important for Competitive Exams<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding major national awards like the <strong>Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025<\/strong> is vital for students preparing for <strong>government exams<\/strong> such as <strong>SSC, UPSC (IAS\/PCS), Banking, Railways, Defence (CDS\/NDA), Teaching and Police services<\/strong> because they often ask questions on national honors, key scientific developments, and government initiatives promoting research and innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"National_Recognition_for_Scientific_Excellence\"><\/span><strong>National Recognition for Scientific Excellence<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar is India\u2019s <strong>top scientific honor for research and innovation<\/strong>. The award distinguishes itself by celebrating <strong>both individual and team achievements<\/strong> across numerous scientific disciplines. Aspirants should be aware of its categories \u2014 <em>Vigyan Ratna, Vigyan Shri, Vigyan Yuva, and Team Award<\/em> \u2014 as these are commonly asked in current affairs sections of competitive exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Policy_Focus_on_Science_and_Technology\"><\/span><strong>Policy Focus on Science and Technology<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Indian government\u2019s focus on rewarding scientific excellence underscores the nation\u2019s broader policy to <strong>strengthen research, innovation and technology-led growth<\/strong>. Such initiatives directly reflect India\u2019s strategic priorities in sectors such as agriculture, space, medicine, environmental science, and engineering \u2014 all recurrent themes in exam syllabi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Encouraging_Youth_and_Team_Innovation\"><\/span><strong>Encouraging Youth and Team Innovation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The inclusion of the <em>Vigyan Yuva \u2013 Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar<\/em> and <em>Team Awards<\/em> categories emphasizes the Government\u2019s support for <strong>young scientists and collaborative research<\/strong>, which is also a key topic in national development agendas and reports included in exam studies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span><strong>Historical Context<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Origin_and_Evolution_of_Rashtriya_Vigyan_Puraskar\"><\/span><strong>Origin and Evolution of Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar<\/strong> is a national award instituted by the <strong>Government of India<\/strong> to recognize exemplary scientific achievements and contributions that significantly impact the nation\u2019s innovation ecosystem. This award is modelled after other high-prestige civilian honors to highlight science as a pillar of national development. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Awards_Structure_and_Categories\"><\/span><strong>Awards Structure and Categories<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The awards are conferred under four major categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Vigyan Ratna<\/strong> \u2013 Lifetime achievement in scientific research<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vigyan Shri<\/strong> \u2013 Outstanding individual contributions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vigyan Yuva \u2013 Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar<\/strong> \u2013 Recognizing young scientists<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vigyan Team Award<\/strong> \u2013 Honouring impactful collaborative scientific efforts <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_in_Indias_Scientific_Landscape\"><\/span><strong>Importance in India\u2019s Scientific Landscape<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since its inception, the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar has been instrumental in promoting scientific thinking, innovation, technological solutions and motivating researchers to push the boundaries of science for national development. The award aligns with India\u2019s long-term goals of becoming a global leader in scientific research and innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_Rashtriya_Vigyan_Puraskar_2025\"><\/span><strong>Key Takeaways from Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Sr. No.<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1.<\/td><td>Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025 was presented by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 23, 2025<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2.<\/td><td>A total of 24 awards were given across four categories: Vigyan Ratna, Vigyan Shri, Vigyan Yuva, and Vigyan Team. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3.<\/td><td>Prof. Jayant Vishnu Narlikar received the Vigyan Ratna Puraskar posthumously for lifetime contributions to astrophysics. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4.<\/td><td>The CSIR Aroma Mission Team won the Vigyan Team Award for science-led solutions in aromatic crop cultivation. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5.<\/td><td>The awards aim to promote excellence in science, technology, research and innovation in India.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_Rashtriya_Vigyan_Puraskar\"><\/span>1. What is the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar is a prestigious <strong>national science award<\/strong> instituted by the Government of India to honor <strong>exceptional contributions in science, research, and innovation<\/strong>. It recognizes individual and team achievements that advance India\u2019s scientific ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Who_presented_the_Rashtriya_Vigyan_Puraskar_2025\"><\/span>2. Who presented the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The awards were presented by <strong>President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu<\/strong>, at <strong>Rashtrapati Bhavan<\/strong> in New Delhi on December 23, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_many_categories_are_there_in_the_Rashtriya_Vigyan_Puraskar\"><\/span>3. How many categories are there in the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are <strong>four main categories<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Vigyan Ratna<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vigyan Shri<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vigyan Yuva \u2013 Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vigyan Team Award<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Who_was_awarded_the_Vigyan_Ratna_Puraskar_2025\"><\/span>4. Who was awarded the Vigyan Ratna Puraskar 2025?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prof. Jayant Vishnu Narlikar<\/strong> received the <strong>Vigyan Ratna Puraskar 2025<\/strong> posthumously for his lifetime contributions to astrophysics and cosmology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Which_team_received_the_Vigyan_Team_Award_2025\"><\/span>5. Which team received the Vigyan Team Award 2025?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>CSIR Aroma Mission Team<\/strong> received the Vigyan Team Award for their <strong>science-led solutions in aromatic crop cultivation<\/strong> and promoting rural entrepreneurship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Why_is_the_Rashtriya_Vigyan_Puraskar_important_for_students_preparing_for_competitive_exams\"><\/span>6. Why is the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar important for students preparing for competitive exams?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Questions about <strong>national awards, government initiatives, and scientific achievements<\/strong> are often asked in exams like <strong>UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, and State PCS exams<\/strong>. Understanding the awardees, categories, and significance is crucial for current affairs preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Which_sectors_of_science_does_the_award_cover\"><\/span>7. 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