Kossuth Prize

The Kossuth Prize (Hungarian Kossuth díj ) is the highest state award in Hungary for the arts and cultural sectors. It is named after the Hungarian freedom fighter Lajos Kossuth.

History

The price has since been awarded by the President of Hungary on March 15, 1948, the 100th anniversary of the Hungarian Revolution 1848/1849, launched by the Hungarian Parliament in life and will.

Originally the price of services in the fields of science, art and literature was awarded. Even individuals and groups who had to have outstanding economic production services in the socialist economic system, received the award.

Since 1963, the prize will be awarded only for the arts and cultural sectors.