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December 7, 2001
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Gandhi Peace Prize for Irish civil rights leader John Hume

John Hume, eminent civil rights leader of Ireland, has been selected for this year's international 'Gandhi Peace Prize'.

Hume has been selected for his outstanding work and contribution to social, economic and political transformation through non-violence and other Gandhian methods, Culture and Tourism Minister Jagmohan told reporters in Delhi.

The decision was taken by a high-level jury headed by Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee after perusing 53 nominations, he said.

"We have already conveyed the selection to Hume through our high commissioner in the United Kingdom. He has agreed to accept the award," he said.

The award, which carries an amount of Rs 10 million, will be presented by President K R Narayanan on the date suggested by the awardee, Jagmohan said.

The ministry has also asked Hume to suggest any convenient date during the month of January and February, he added.

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