Nobel Peace Prize: List of Indians Who Won Nobel Peace Prize

The Nobel Peace Prize 2025 has been awarded to Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has on Friday. This is seen as a setback for US President Donald Trump, who had been widely discussed as a contender for the honour. His supporters including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Russia, had highlighted his claimed role in ending several international conflicts as a reason for the Nobel Committee received a total of 338 nominations, including 244 individuals and 94 organisations for the world’s most respected and closely watched honours.

Over the years, the Nobel Peace Prize has been given 105 times, honouring 142 laureates — including 111 individuals and 31 organisations. Among them are 92 men and 19 women, each recognised for their remarkable efforts and lasting contributions to promoting peace around the world.

Indians Who Won Nobel Peace Prize

Several Indians have been honoured with the Nobel Peace Prize for their exceptional contributions to humanity.

Mother Teresa received the award in 1979 for her lifelong dedication to serving the poor, the sick, and the destitute through her organisation, Missionaries of Charity. Her compassion and selfless service made her a global symbol of kindness and faith.

In 2014, Kailash Satyarthi was recognised for his relentless fight against child labour and his efforts to ensure every child’s right to education. His work has rescued thousands of children from exploitation and inspired global action for child welfare.

The 14th Dalai Lama, who has lived in exile in India, was also awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989 for his commitment to non-violence and his peaceful struggle for the freedom and rights of the Tibetan people.