Context:
Recently, Abhinav Bindra was bestowed with the Olympic Award by the International Olympic Committee.
Relevance:
Facts for Prelims
Olympic Order
Overview:
- Established: 1975
- Purpose: The highest award given by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for outstanding contributions to the Olympic Movement.
Grades:
- Gold: Reserved for heads of state and exceptional circumstances.
- Silver: Awarded to individuals for significant contributions.
- Bronze: Given for notable service to the Olympic Movement.
Design:
- Insignia: Features a collar or chain with the five Olympic rings and the kotinos emblem, which is an olive wreath.
- Lapel Badge: Recipients receive a badge in the corresponding grade (gold, silver, or bronze).
Significance:
- Recognition: The Olympic Order honors individuals who have made exceptional contributions to sport and the Olympic Movement.
- Promotion of Values: It symbolizes the ideals of unity, friendship, and fair play that the Olympics represent.
- Commitment: Reflects the IOC’s dedication to recognizing those who have advanced the cause of sport and the Olympic Movement on a global scale.
-Source: India Today
