List of Ekushey Padak award recipients (1980–1989) facts for kids
The Ekushey Padak is a very important award in Bangladesh. It's given to people who have done amazing things for their country. This award celebrates their special contributions in areas like literature, music, art, education, and journalism. It's named after the historic Language Movement of 1952. This movement was a big step for Bangladesh to protect its language and culture.
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What is the Ekushey Padak?
The Ekushey Padak is one of the highest civilian awards in Bangladesh. It means "21st Award." It's given out every year on February 20th. This date is important because it's the day before International Mother Language Day. The award honors people who have made outstanding contributions to society.
Why is it called Ekushey?
The name "Ekushey" comes from February 21st. On this day in 1952, students and activists protested for Bengali to be an official language. Many people gave their lives for this cause. The Ekushey Padak remembers their sacrifice and celebrates the spirit of the Language Movement. It encourages people to work hard for their country's culture and progress.
Honoring Great People
The Ekushey Padak recognizes talent in many different fields. It celebrates people who excel in their work and help Bangladesh grow.
Literature and Arts
Many writers, poets, and artists have received this award. They create stories, poems, and beautiful artworks that tell us about Bangladesh's history and culture.
- Abul Hussain (1980) was honored for his contributions to literature.
- Hamidur Rahman (1980) and Murtaja Baseer (1980) were recognized for their amazing art.
- SM Sultan (1982) was a famous painter who received the award for fine arts.
- Shawkat Osman (1983) and Syed Shamsul Huq (1984) were celebrated writers.
- Qayyum Chowdhury (1984) was a well-known artist.
Music and Dance
Musicians and dancers also receive the Ekushey Padak. They bring joy and preserve traditional arts through their performances.
- Bedaruddin Ahmad (1980) and Mohammad Abdul Jabbar (1980) were honored for their music.
- Sabina Yasmin (1984) is a very famous singer who received this award.
- Farida Parveen (1987) was recognized for her beautiful singing.
Education and Journalism
Teachers, scholars, and journalists play a big role in sharing knowledge and informing people. The Ekushey Padak also honors their efforts.
- Mohammad Ferdous Khan (1980) was recognized for his work in education.
- Zahur Hossain Chowdhury (1981) and Obaidul Huq (1981) were honored for their journalism.
- Anisuzzaman (1984) was a respected scholar and educator.
- Abdullah Al-Muti (1985) received the award for his contributions to science education.
Some Award Winners by Year
Here are some of the talented individuals who received the Ekushey Padak in different years:
1980
- Abul Hussain (literature)
- Bedaruddin Ahmad (music)
- Mohammad Abdul Jabbar (music)
- Hamidur Rahman (art)
- Murtaja Baseer (art)
- Ronen Kushari (drama)
- Mujibur Rahman Khan (journalism)
- Mohammad Ferdous Khan (education)
1981
- Abu Rushd Matinuddin (literature)
- Aminul Islam (fine arts)
- Abdul Halim Chowdhury (music)
- Mumtaz Ali Khan (music)
- Gauhar Jamil (dance)
- Mohammad Zakaria (drama)
- Zahur Hossain Chowdhury (journalism)
- Obaidul Huq (journalism)
- Mustafa Nurul Islam (literature)
1982
- Syed Ali Ahsan (literature)
- Abul Hasan (literature)
- Talim Hossain (literature)
- Abdul Hakim (education)
- Ful Mohammad (music)
- SM Sultan (fine arts)
- G A Mannan (literature)
- Sanaullah Nuri (journalism)
1983
- Shawkat Osman (literature)
- Sanaul Huq (literature)
- Abdul Gaffar Chowdhury (literature)
- M A Kuddus (education)
- Shahidullah Kaisar (journalism)
- Syed Nur Uddin (journalism)
- Abu Jafar Shamsuddin (literature)
- Mohammad Kibria (painting)
- Barin Mazumder (music)
- Muhammad Mansuruddin
1984
- Anisuzzaman (education)
- Habibur Rahman (education)
- Syed Waliullah (literature)
- Hasan Hafizur Rahman (literature)
- Syed Shamsul Huq (literature)
- Rashid Karim (literature)
- Sikandar Abu Zafar (journalism)
- Mir Qasim Khan (music)
- Sabina Yasmin (music)
- Qayyum Chowdhury (fine arts)
1985
- Abu Zafar Obaidullah (literature)
- Gazi Shamsur Rahman (literature)
- Abdullah Al-Muti (science)
- Govinda Chandra Dev (education)
- Mohammad Abdul Jabbar (education)
- Kalim Sharafi (music)
- Abed Hossain Khan (music)
- Syed Jahangir (fine arts)
1986
- Alauddin Al Azad (literature)
- Al Mahmud (literature)
- Satyen Sen
- Askar Ibne Shaikh (literature)
- Munshi Raisuddin (music)
- Mobarak Hossain Khan (music)
- Dhir Ali Miah (music)
1987
- Mohammad Moniruzzaman (literature)
- Abu Hena Mustafa Kamal (music)
- Anis Siddiqui
- Jahanara Arzu (literature)
- Ahmad Shamsul Islam (education)
- M. A. Naser (education)
- Principal Abul Kashem (education)
- Nurul Islam Patowary (journalism)
- Ahmed Humayun (journalism)
- Kanailal Shil (instrumental music)
- Farida Parveen (music)
- Syed Mainul Hossain (architecture)
1988
- Bonde Ali Miah (literature)
- Ashraf Siddiqui (literature)
- Fazal Shahabuddin (literature)
- Anwar Hossain (drama)
- Sudhin Das (music)
1989
- Shahed Ali (literature)
- Razia Mazid (literature)
- Mahmud Shah Koreshi (education)
- Mohammad Asafudowlah Reza (journalism)
- AKM Shahidul Huq (journalism)
- Abdur Razzak (fine arts)
- Amalendu Biswas (drama act)
