About Sahitya Akademi Award:
- It is awarded for the most outstanding books of literary merit published in any of the major Indian languages recognised by the Akademi.
- Languages Recognised: Along with the 22 languages enumerated in the Constitution of India, the Sahitya Akademi has recognised English and Rajasthani as languages in which its programme may be implemented.
- Award: The authors and poets will receive a plaque, a shawl and an amount of ₹1 lakh in an award.
Key facts about the Sahitya Akademi
- It was formally inaugurated by the Government of India on 12 March 1954.
- It was registered as a society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860.
- It is the central institution for literary dialogue, publication and promotion in the country and the only institution that undertakes literary activities in 24 Indian languages, including English.
- Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Culture.
- Head office: New Delhi.
