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71st National Film Awards announced

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The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has announced the 71st National Film Awards.

About National Film Awards:

  • Establishment: Instituted in 1954, administered by the Directorate of Film Festivals (DoFF) under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India.
  • Purpose:
    • To encourage the production of films of aesthetic and technical excellence.
    • Promote films that reflect the cultural and social fabric of India.
    • Recognize and reward cinematic achievements across languages and formats.
  • Award Components:
    • Swarna Kamal (Golden Lotus): Includes medallion, certificate, and cash prize. Given in top categories.
    • Rajat Kamal (Silver Lotus): Awarded in various other categories.
  • Main Categories:
    • Feature Films: For artistic and technical excellence across Indian languages.
    • Non-Feature Films: For documentaries, shorts, and socially relevant content.
    • Best Writing on Cinema: For books and critics advancing understanding of cinema.
  • Eligibility Criteria:
    • Films must be produced in India.
    • Makers must be Indian nationals.
    • Must be certified by CBFC between Jan 1 and Dec 31.
    • Foreign co-productions have specific eligibility conditions.
  • Jury and Selection:
    • Independent juries for each category.
    • No governmental or commercial influence in the selection process.

About Dadasaheb Phalke Award:

  • Part of NFA.
  • India’s highest cinematic honour.
  • Instituted in 1969 to commemorate Dhundiraj Govind Phalke, India’s first filmmaker.
  • Consists of:
    • Swarna Kamal
    • ₹10 lakh cash prize
    • Certificate, silk roll, and shawl
  • First recipient: Devika Rani Roerich

 

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