1.1. The Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize.

The Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prizes are named after the founder of the Indian Council of Scientific & Industrial Research, Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar, and is known as the 'Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize for Science and Technology'. The Prize is given each year for outstanding Indian contributions to science and technology. Recipients of the Prize must be no older than forty-five. Prizes are awarded in each of the following disciplines: (i) Biological Sciences, (ii) Chemical Sciences, (iii) Earth, Atmosphere, Ocean and Planetary Sciences, (iv) Engineering Sciences, (v) Mathematical Sciences, (vi) Medical Sciences and (vii) Physical Sciences. The Mathematical Science prize was first awarded in 1959.

1.2. Award Citation to C S Seshadri.

Dr Seshadri's significant contribution lies in algebraic geometry, mainly the moduli problems for vector bundles on curves and the construction of quotient spaces modulo-reductive algebraic groups. In a joint paper with Dr M S Narasimhan, he gave a characterisation of the stable bundles of D Mumford in terms of unitary representation of certain discrete groups. Using the result, he succeeded in constructing the module varieties as normal projective varieties. This work is regarded as basic in the field. Another important work of Dr Seshadri which has found wide application in many moduli problems relates to the quotient of the space of stable points under a reductive algebraic group.

2.1. The Srinivasa Ramanujan Medal.

The Srinivasa Ramanujan Medal, established by the Indian National Science Academy in 1961, recognises outstanding contributions in the mathematical sciences and is open to scientists of Indian origin or those working in India. It is, of course, named for the remarkable Indian mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan. It was first awarded in 1962 to Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar and was awarded ever second year except 1970 and 1976. Beginning in 1979, it was awarded ever third year, again with a few exceptions. The winner is presented with a Silver Plated Medal. Each laureate delivers a dedicated lecture, known as the Srinivasa Ramanujan Medal Lecture, as part of the award proceedings organised by the Indian National Science Academy.

2.2. C S Seshadri awarded the Srinivasa Ramanujan Medal.

C S Seahadri was awarded the Srinivasa Ramanujan Medal in 1985 for:-

... groundbreaking research in algebraic geometry, including the Narasimhan-Seshadri theorem on stable vector bundles over Riemann surfaces, advancing moduli space constructions.

He delivered the Srinivasa Ramanujan Medal Lecture with title Standard Monomial Theory and the Geometry of Schubert Varieties. In the lecture he gave a survey of his joint work with V Lakshmibai and C Musili which extends the Hodge-Young standard monomial theory for the group $SL(n)$ to the case of any semisimple linear algebraic group $G$.

3.1. The Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Medal.

The Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Medal is a prestigious medal awarded by Indian National Science Academy every few years for outstanding contributions to any branch of science.

3.2. C S Seshadri awarded the INSA Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Medal.

C S Seshadri was recognised with this medal for his work in algebraic geometry, particularly for his contributions to the theory of moduli and algebraic groups.

4.1. The Gujar Mal Modi Award for Science & Technology.

The Gujar Mal Modi Award for Science & Technology was instituted by the G M Modi Foundation to award excellence in scientific research and development. The Gujar Mal Modi Science Foundation was established in 1974 by Satish Kumar Modi in memory of his father, Rai Bahadur Gujar mal Modi. G M Modi always emphasised that science and technology had to play a critical role in the overall growth and development of India. To commemorate his love for science and technology, the Gujar Mal Modi Science Foundation was set up with the aim of promoting research in the various fields of science and technology and to help find innovative solutions to the various needs of India.

An eminent scientist who has made outstanding contribution to science and technology is presented this award on 9 August every year, the anniversary of the birth of the Founder of the Modi Group, Rai Bahadur Gujar Mal Modi. The first award was made in 1988 to Satish Dhawan for his work in Space and Remote Sensing Technology.

4.2. C S Seshadri awarded the Gujar Mal Modi Award for Science & Technology.

The 1995 Gujar Mal Modi Award for Science & Technology was made to C S Seshadri for his work in algebraic geometry. The award was presented to him by Sh K R Narayanan, who was at that time Vice President of India.

5.1. The Srinivasa Ramanujan Birth Centenary Award.

The Srinivasa Ramanujan Birth Centenary Award was established in 1989 by the Indian Science Congress Association (ISCA). The ISCA, a professional body under Department of Science & Technology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India, was set up in Calcutta (now Kolkata) in 1914 to provide research workers in India with similar support as that provided by the British Association for the Advancement of Science in Britain. It meets annually in the first week of January.

The ISCA established this award to honour the legacy of Srinivasa Ramanujan by recognising outstanding contributions to mathematical sciences by an Indian mathematician. The award carries a Gold Medal and Certificate. It is typically presented during the annual Indian Science Congress session.

5.2. C S Seshadri receives the Srinivasa Ramanujan Birth Centenary Award.

C S Seshadri received the Srinivasa Ramanujan Birth Centenary Award for 1995-96. The citation for the award recognised his contributions to algebraic geometry, particularly for the Narasimhan-Seshadri theorem. It also mentioned his introduction of standard monomial theory, his foundational work on vector bundles and geometric invariant theory. His work as the Founder-Director of the Chennai Mathematical Institute was also seen as extremely important.

6.1. The TWAS and illycaffè.

TWAS, the Academy of Sciences for the Developing World, is the world's foremost academy for scientists from the developing world. Its membership currently (2006) consists of 809 eminent scientists, more than 80 percent of whom live and work in the South. Based in Trieste, Italy, TWAS also sponsors a large number of research and training programmes for scientists from the developing world.

illycaffè, based in Trieste, Italy, produces and markets a single, leading quality blend of espresso coffee. More than 5 million illycaffè espressos are served each day in 50,000 of the world's finest restaurants and coffee bars. Illycaffè operates two research centres, in Trieste, Italy, and São Paulo, Brazil, and four laboratories - AromaLab, SensoryLab, BioLab and TechLab.

6.3. The Trieste Science Prize.

"The Trieste Science Prize," says Andrea Illy, president and chief executive officer of illycaffè, "offers my company an opportunity to acknowledge the work of scientists in the developing world who have made critical contributions both to science and their societies. The prize winners' accomplishments have enriched both their societies and ours, improving the quality of all of our lives. These are enduring values that illycaffè pursues in all of its actions."

6.4. C S Seshadri awarded the Trieste Science Prize.

Seshadri is being honoured for the prominent role he has played in shaping the field of algebraic geometry, one of the dominant fields in 21st century mathematics. He is a leading figure in such cutting-edge topics as the theory of vector bundles and quotient and compact homogenous spaces. He is recognised as the creator of the Standard Monomial Theory and Seshadri Constant, which have found important applications both in mathematics and physics. Seshadri has also been the leading force behind the creation of the Chennai Mathematical Institute, which over the past decade has emerged as one of world's pre-eminent centres for mathematics.

"In 2006, just its second year, the Trieste Science Prize has emerged as one of the most recognised and valued prizes for scientists from the developing world," says C N R Rao, president of TWAS. "This year's prize winners are world-class scientists who have not only made world-class contributions to their fields but have also played prominent roles in the development of scientific institutions in their own countries. They are not only worthy of our congratulations but also worthy of our thanks for making our world a better place."

7.1. The H K Firodia Award.

The H K Firodia Award for Excellence in Science and Technology is awarded annually by the H K Firodia Foundation. The awards are given to eminent Indian scientists for exceptional achievements in Science and Technology. The idea originated in 1996 to honour the memory of The Doyen of Indian Automobile Industry, Shri Hastimal Kundanmal Firodia. Encouraging young Indian Scientists to achieve excellence and to strengthen the nation's technological frontier is the principal purpose of this award. It is also a tribute to H K Firodia's vision of 'innovation' and 'adding value to the nation'.

The foundation gives two awards every year. The first award is a lifetime achievement award given to a person for lifelong original contributions in the field of science and technology. The second award is for promising young individual who has been an innovator in science and technology. Many renowned scientists, including former President of India Dr A P J Abdul Kalam, have been the recipients of this prestigious award.

7.2. C S Seshadri receives the H K Firodia Award.

The citation for the award is as follows: C S Seshadri is an eminent Indian mathematician. He is currently Director-Emeritus of the Chennai Mathematical Institute, and is known for his work in algebraic geometry. The Seshadri constant is named after him.

8.1. The Rathindra Puraskar.

The Rathindra Puraskar is awarded by Shantiniketan's Visva-Bharati University, Kolkata. The Rathindra Puraskar is given every year in memory of the Late Rathindranath Tagore (the eldest son of Gurudeva Rabindranath Tagore) in accordance with the recommendation of the appropriate selection committee.

8.2. C S Seshadri awarded the Rathindra Puraskar.

Prof C S Seshadri, Director of the Chennai Mathematical Institute (CMI), received the Rathindra Puraskar from Visva Bharati University for his outstanding contribution in the field of physical science. Prof C S Seshadri received the award from the Honourable Prime Minster Dr Manmohan Singh at Santiniketan's Visva-Bharati University, during their Annual Convocation on 6 December 2008. I addition to the award he received a prize valued at Rs. 25,000/-. The Visva-Bharati University, founded by the Late Rabindranath Tagore, invited Dr Amartya Sen to be the Chief Guest of the Convocation, during which 3500 students received their degrees and certificates.

Prof C S Seshadri received the award alongside stalwarts like the Former Bhutan King Jigme Sigme Wangchuk, economist Dr Amlan Dutta, eminent historian Irfan Habib, theatre personality Habib Tanweer, and others.

Prof C S Seshadri who specialises in algebraic geometry and algebraic groups is a fellow of the Royal Society, UK. He has also been a member of National Board for Higher Mathematics (NBHM) (September 1986-August 1992), the Council of the Indian National Science Academy (1993-1994), the Executive Committee of the International Mathematical Union (January 1987-December 1990) and is presently the Director of the Chennai Mathematical Institute (CMI).

The Chennai Mathematical Institute, a recognised University by the Central Government, is a centre of excellence for teaching and research in Mathematical sciences. Established in the year 1989, CMI offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in mathematics, physics and computer science.

9.1. The Rathindra Puraskar.

The Rathindra Puraskar is an award given by Visva Bharati University every year in memory of Rathindranath Tagore (the eldest son of Gurudeva Rabindranath Tagore) in accordance with the appropriate selection committee.

9.2. C S Seshadri receives the Rathindra Puraskar.

Seshadri received the award from Prime Minster Dr Manmohan Singh at Santiniketan's Visva-Bharati University, during their Annual Convocation on 6 December 2008. He received the award along with a prize valued at Rs. 25,000.

Prof Seshadri who specialises in algebraic geometry and algebraic groups is a fellow of the Royal Society, UK. He has also been a member of the National Board for Higher Mathematics (September 1986-August 1992), the Council of the Indian National Science Academy (1993-94), the Executive Committee of the International Mathematical Union (January 1987-December 1990) and is presently the Director of the Chennai Mathematical Institute.

10.1. The Padme Awards.

The Padma Awards are one of the highest civilian honours of India announced annually on the eve of Republic Day. The Awards are given in three categories: Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service), Padma Bhushan (distinguished service of higher order) and Padma Shri (distinguished service). The award seeks to recognise works of distinction and is given for distinguished and exceptional achievements/service in all fields of activities/disciplines. The awards are presented by the President of India usually in the month of March/April every year where the awardees are presented a Sanad (certificate) signed by the President and a medallion. The recipients are also given a small replica of the medallion, which they can wear during any ceremonial/State functions etc., if the awardees so desire. The names of the awardees are published in the Gazette of India on the day of the presentation ceremony.

10.2. C S Seshadri awarded the Padma Bhushan.

C S Seshadri received the Padma Bhushan Award for Science and Engineering with location Kānchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India. C S Seshadri is an eminent Indian mathematician. He is Director-Emeritus of the Chennai Mathematical Institute, and is known for his work in algebraic geometry. He was born on 29 February 1932 in Kanchipuram. Seshadri did his PhD (1958) from University of Bombay specialising in algebraic geometry and algebraic groups. He was Professor (1965), Senior Professor (1975-1984) at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai; Senior Professor, Institute of Mathematical Sciences, Chennai (1984-1989); and Dean, School of Mathematics, SPIC Science Foundation, Chennai. Seshadri was the Member, Editorial Board, Proceedings of the Indian Academy Science (Mathematical Science); advisory editor, Texts and Readings in Mathematics and Member, INSA Council (1987-1989). Seshadri is the recipient of S S Bhatnagar Prize (1972); Srinivasa Ramanujan Medal (INSA) (1985). He is a Fellow, the Royal Society, London, Indian Academy of Sciences, Bangalore, Maharashtra Academy of Sciences and the Academy of Sciences for the Developing World, Member, American Mathematical Society.

The degree of Doctor of Science (honoris causa) was conferred by the University of Hyderabad and then the Investiture Ceremony to present the award was held in the L S Hall of Loyola College in Chennai on 6 April 2013 at 4:00 p.m. Vice-Chancellor, Prof Ramakrishna Ramaswamy presented the award to Prof C S Seshadri. The function was attended by mathematicians, research scholars from Chennai Mathematical Institute, Institute of Mathematical Sciences, Loyola College and other institutions in Chennai. Prof T Amaranath, Senior Professor in School of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Hyderabad gave the welcome. Prof S Kumaresan, Dean of the School of Mathematics and Statistics was also present.

Prof C S Seshadri has been a major influence in mathematics for the last sixty years, from the time when did his B.A. (Hons.) from Madras University in 1953. After receiving his Ph.D. from Bombay University in 1958, Prof Seshadri worked at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research until 1984. From 1984 to 1989 he was at the Institute of Mathematical Sciences, Chennai, and from 1989 to 2010 as the Founding Director of the Chennai Mathematical Institute, which he developed into a leading institution for the study of mathematics in India. Prof Seshadri's significant contributions to Algebraic Geometry include his work with M S Narasimhan on the Narasimhan-Seshadri Theorem and Unitary Vector Bundles. His study of Geometric Invariant Theory and of Schubert Varieties is widely recognised. For his contributions Prof Seshadri has been honoured with the Bhatnagar Prize, the Srinivasa Ramanujan Medal from the Indian Academy of Sciences, the Honorary D.Sc. of Banaras Hindu University, the TWAS Science Award, Fellowship of the Royal Society and membership of the United States National Academy of Sciences. The country has honoured him with the Padma Bhushan.