Award conferred on Mrs. Kiran Bedi

Magsaysay award was conferred on Mrs. Kiran Bedi for her contribution to the Indian police service.

Explanation:

- Kiran Bedi is a retired Indian Police Service Officer who is known for her contribution to the Indian police service and prison reforms.
- She was the first woman to join the Indian Police Service in 1972.
- She has served in various capacities in the police force, including as the Director General of Police in the Union Territory of Puducherry.
- Mrs. Bedi is also known for her work in prison reforms and for initiating community policing programs in the country.
- Mrs. Bedi was awarded the Magsaysay Award in 1994 for her contribution to the Indian police service and for her work in prison reforms.
- The Magsaysay Award is an annual award given by the Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation to individuals or organizations in Asia who have made significant contributions to their respective fields.
- The award was established in 1957 in memory of the late Philippine President Ramon Magsaysay, who was known for his integrity and service to the people.
- Mrs. Bedi is among the few Indians who have been awarded the prestigious Magsaysay Award, which is considered one of the highest honors in Asia.
- The award recognizes Mrs. Bedi's contribution to the Indian police service and her efforts to bring about reforms in the prison system, which have had a positive impact on society.

First female IPS officer Mrs Kiran Bedi awarded with
United Nations medal 2004
Ramon Magsaysay award in 1994
president police medal 1979
was the lieutenant governor general of Puducherry in 2016