Eminent Economist Utsa Patnaik Wins Malcolm Adiseshiah Award 2026.

Awards | Dated: 16 Apr 2026

Highly respected Indian Marxist economist Dr. Utsa Patnaik was profoundly honored with the highly prestigious Malcolm Adiseshiah Award 2026. The completely national-level award strictly recognizes her exceptional lifelong contributions to development studies and agrarian economics.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The award is annually presented by the Malcolm & Elizabeth Adiseshiah Trust.
  • She formally served as a deeply respected professor at Jawaharlal Nehru University.
  • The prize includes a heavily substantial cash reward of Rs 2 Lakh and a citation.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Winner: Utsa Patnaik.
  • Award: Malcolm Adiseshiah.
  • Field: Economics.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which eminent Indian economist recently won the prestigious Malcolm Adiseshiah Award 2026 for exceptional contributions to development studies?

Correct Answer: Utsa Patnaik

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About Malcolm Adiseshiah Award

  • Field - Social Sciences and Development Studies
  • Awarding Body - Malcolm & Elizabeth Adiseshiah Trust