Mother Teresa Wins Nobel Peace Prize
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Date
October 17, 1979
Type
World
Author
anupjishnu
Location
Kolkata,
West Bengal,
India
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Social & Civil Rights
Religion & Philosophy
Event Details
On October 17, 1979, Mother Teresa was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her work in bringing help to suffering humanity.
Work: Through her Missionaries of Charity in Kolkata, she cared for the destitute, sick, and dying.
Legacy: She remains a global symbol of charitable work and compassion, though her legacy also faces criticism. She was canonized as Saint Teresa of Calcutta in 2016.