Which of the following statements are correct in respect of 'Goldman Environmental Prize'?

(1) This Prize was established in the year 1989 by American couple Richard and Rhoda Goldman

(2) This Prize is awarded to honour grassroots environmental leaders of Global recognition

(3) Prafullah Samantara is awarded this prize for the year 2024 from India

(4) This prize comprises of a cash prize of $ 5,00,000

Key Points

• The Goldman Environmental Prize was established in the year 1989 by American couple Richard and Rhoda Goldman.
• This Prize is awarded to honor grassroots environmental leaders who have made significant contributions to environmental causes.
• It is often referred to as the "Green Nobel Prize" and is one of the most prestigious awards in the field of environmental activism.
• Alok Shukla awarded the prize for the year 2024 from India.
• The prize comprises of a cash prize of $ 2,00,000.

Additional Information

• Goldman Environmental Prize:
  • The Goldman Environmental Prize is awarded annually to grassroots environmental activists, one from each of the world's six geographic regions: Africa, Asia, Europe, Islands and Island Nations, North America, and South and Central America.
  • Each of the winners receives a cash prize of $200,000 to support their work.
  • It is presented in a ceremony in San Francisco, California, and a second ceremony in Washington, D.C.
  • The prize aims to inspire ordinary people to take extraordinary actions to protect the world.
• Prafulla Samantara:
  • Prafulla Samantara is an Indian environmental activist who received the Goldman Environmental Prize in 2017.
  • He is known for his leadership in the people's movement to protect the Niyamgiri Hills from bauxite mining, which threatened the environment and the indigenous Dongria Kondh tribe.
• Environmental Leadership:
  • Environmental leadership involves guiding and influencing efforts to protect, conserve, and improve the environment.
  • Grassroots leaders often work at local levels, mobilizing communities, advocating for policy changes, and raising awareness about environmental issues.
  • Recognizing and supporting these leaders is crucial for the sustainability of environmental movements.