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- 16 Feb 2025
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- 28 May 2026
In which year did Dr. Muhammad Yunus receive the Nobel Peace Prize?
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Explanation
Dr. Muhammad Yunus was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2006 for pioneering microfinance and establishing the Grameen Bank. His innovative approach provided small loans to impoverished individuals without requiring traditional collateral, promoting financial inclusion. Beyond microcredit, Yunus championed the idea of social business, enterprises focused on social impact rather than profit. He has also been honored with the U.S. Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2009 and the Congressional Gold Medal in 2010.
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