Criteria Responses (Max. 1,000 words)

Please explain how the nominee meets the criteria for the selected award category.

Your response should address the nominee’s achievements, impact, and relevance to the award.

Where applicable, you may include:

• The nominee’s contribution, service, or achievements relevant to the award category
• Evidence of leadership, advocacy, or community influence
• The nominee’s impact (e.g., people supported, outcomes achieved, change created)
• Examples of service excellence, dedication, innovation, or unique contribution
• Alignment with Bhartiya Samaj values, including: inclusion, integrity, compassion, multicultural harmony, empowerment, and community service
• Any recognition, testimonials, awards, or supporting evidence