Gisela Bonn (22 September 1909 – 11 October 1996) was a German journalist, writer, environmental activist and Indologist.
Gisela Bonn | |
|---|---|
| Born | 22 September 1909 Germany |
| Died | 11 October 1996 (aged 87) |
| Occupation(s) | Journalist Environmental activist Indologist |
| Awards | Padma Shri |
Noted for her contributions to the betterment of Indo-German relations,[1] she was the author of many books, including several on India, such as The Indian Challenge, Indien und der Subkontinent and Nehru: Annaherungen an einen Staatsmann und Philosophen.[2] The Government of India awarded her the fourth highest civilian award of Padma Shri in 1990.[3]
The Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), an autonomous body under the Government of India, instituted an award, Gisela Bonn Award, in 1996, to honour her services to bolster Indo-German friendship.[4]
References edit
- ^ "DIG Profile". Deutsch-Indischen Gesellschaft. 2015. Retrieved September 23, 2015.
- ^ "Amazon profile". Amazon. 2015. Retrieved September 23, 2015.
- ^ "Padma Awards" (PDF). Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. 2015. Archived from the original (PDF) on October 15, 2015. Retrieved July 21, 2015.
- ^ "Gisela Bonn Award celebrates Indo-German friendship". German Missions in India. 2015. Retrieved September 23, 2015.
External links edit
- de:Gisela Bonn, Retrieved September 23, 2015
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