The Nobel Peace Prize is a prestigious international award given to individuals or organizations for their work towards promoting peace. The spelling of this word is represented using the IPA phonetic transcription as ˈnoʊbəl piːs praɪz. The first syllable 'no-' is pronounced with a low central vowel, followed by a long 'o' sound, and the second syllable 'bel' is pronounced with a short 'e.' The stress is on the second syllable. The third syllable 'peace' is pronounced with a long 'e' sound followed by a soft 's' and stress on the first syllable. Finally, 'prize' is pronounced with a long 'i' sound and stress on the second syllable.
The Nobel Peace Prize is an internationally recognized and prestigious honor awarded annually to individuals or organizations that have made significant contributions to the promotion of peace and the resolution of conflicts throughout the world. Established in 1895 by the will of Swedish inventor Alfred Nobel, the prize aims to recognize and encourage those who have made extraordinary efforts to foster peace and alleviate suffering.
The Nobel Peace Prize is bestowed upon individuals or groups who have actively worked towards ending violence, fostering social justice, and promoting harmony among nations. Individuals or organizations awarded the prize often demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovative approaches, and unwavering dedication to humanitarian causes. Recipients have typically been involved in various activities, such as peace negotiations, disarmament efforts, human rights advocacy, or humanitarian work to bring relief to conflict-affected regions.
The Nobel Peace Prize consists of a medal, a diploma, and a monetary award. The laureates are chosen by the Norwegian Nobel Committee, appointed by the Norwegian Parliament. Their selection is based on a thorough evaluation of nominations received from a wide range of eligible candidates worldwide. The prize serves as a symbol of global recognition and respect for the tireless efforts made to advance peace, justice, and human rights.
By honoring individuals and organizations dedicated to peace, the Nobel Peace Prize aims to inspire and promote further actions towards realizing a world free from violence, prejudice, and conflicts on a global scale.