Ekushey Padak
Ekushey Padak () is one of the highest civilian awards in Bangladesh. It was introduced in memory of the martyrs of the Language Movement of 1952 ().
The award consists of 100,000 Taka, an 18 carat gold medal weighing 3 tolas. It also includes a certificate of honour. The medal was designed by the artist Nitun Kundu.
The amount of the cash reward was originally 25 thousand taka, but it was increased to 100 thousand taka. The Ministry of Cultural Affairs manages the Padak.
Prize categories and winners
Ekushey Padak in Language movement
Ekushey Padak in Language and literature
Ekushey Padak in Education and research
Ekushey Padak in Arts
Ekushey Padak in Journalism
Ekushey Padak in Science and technology
Ekushey Padak in Social welfare
Awards by decade
Ekushey Padak Awards (1976-1979) Ekushey Padak Awards (1980-1989) Ekushey Padak Awards (1990-1999) Ekushey Padak Awards (2000-2009) Ekushey Padak Awards (2010-2019)
References
1976 establishments in Asia
1970s establishments in Bangladesh