The Union Government has come out with a scheme to present National Awards to children in the age group of 5 to 18 years who have excelled in the fields of art, education, sports and cultural sector. Children born after Aug.1, 1999, would be considered for the awards for 2017. The award carries a gold medal, cash prize of Rs. 20,000, book vouchers worth Rs. 10,000 and a citation.
For every State and Union Territory there will be an award with a silver medal, cash prize of Rs. 10,000, book vouchers worth Rs. 3,000 and a citation.
