Sahitya Akademi announced the Sahitya Akademi Awards 2025 for outstanding literary works in 24 Indian languages. The awards recognise books across categories like poetry, novels, essays, memoirs, and criticism. Notable winners include Mamta Kalia for Hindi memoir and Navtej Sarna for English novel. The awards highlight India’s linguistic diversity and literary excellence. The Sahitya Akademi, established in 1954, is India’s National Academy of Letters and promotes literature in multiple languages.
Sahitya Akademi announced the Sahitya Akademi Awards 2025 recognising outstanding literary works in 24 Indian languages. The announcement gained importance due to its role in promoting Indian literature and cultural diversity.
Sahitya Akademi is India’s National Academy of Letters. It was established in 1954. It functions under the Ministry of Culture. It promotes literature across multiple Indian languages.
1.Sahitya Akademi was established in which year?
A) 1947
B) 1950
C) 1954
D) 1960
Answer: C
2.Sahitya Akademi Awards are given for:
A) Scientific research
B) Literary works
C) Sports achievements
D) Films
Answer: B
3.How many languages are covered under Sahitya Akademi Awards?
A) 18
B) 22
C) 24
D) 30
Answer: C
4.Which ministry is associated with Sahitya Akademi?
A) Education
B) Culture
C) Information & Broadcasting
D) Home Affairs
Answer: B
5.Navtej Sarna won the award for which category?
A) Poetry
B) Novel
C) Drama
D) Essay
Answer: B
Q1. Sahitya Akademi Award is given for which field?
Answer: Literature
Q2. Which body confers the Sahitya Akademi Awards?
Answer: Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters)
Students often confuse Sahitya Akademi Awards with Jnanpith Award.
Sahitya Akademi is annual; Jnanpith is highest literary honour.
Focus on year of establishment, number of languages, and organisation details.