Background

• In 1954, the National Film Awards were presented for the first time.
• The award is given for ‘Outstanding contribution to the growth and development of Indian cinema’.
• It is the country's top cinematic honour. 

About

• These are among the most prestigious honours bestowed upon persons who have contributed to the advancement of cinematic art.
• These prizes have been given out annually since 1954.
• Organised by: The Directorate of Film Festivals took over the responsibility of organizing these awards in 1973.
• The winners are chosen by a national selection committee appointed by the government.
• The awards are presented by India's President, and the winning films are shown to the public.
• The awards are presented not just to the finest films from India's Bollywood industry, but also to the best films from other countries.

List of Awards 2022

• Best Feature Film:  SooraraiPottru
• Best Feature Film in Tamil- SivaranjiniyumInnumSilaPengalum
• Best Choreography: The award goes to Telugu film – Natyam
• Best Haryanvi Film- Dada Lakhmi
• Best Actor:Ajay Devgan for Tanaji

Categorization of Awards

The following are the five key categories for which this award is given:

• The famous Dada sahebPhalke Lifetime Achievement Award is also presented at the National Film Awards to people who have dedicated their whole career to the advancement of Indian cinema.

Other Awards related to Films

• Bharat Ratna
• Padma Awards
• DadasahebPhalke awards
• SahityaNatak academy