Honorary Doctorate Award (Honoris Causa)

International Honorary Academic Awards Council

Overview

The Honorary Doctorate Award (Honoris Causa) is a distinguished academic honour and recognition conferred by the International Honorary Academic Awards Council, a division of Rajgor Health And Education Centre, India.

This award is presented to recognize exceptional contribution, service, leadership, and impact made by individuals in the fields of academics, health, education, social service, research, humanitarian work, and professional excellence.

The Honorary Doctorate is awarded as a symbol of respect and appreciation, not as an earned academic degree.

Purpose of the Honorary Doctorate

The primary purpose of the Honorary Doctorate Award is to:

  • Honour individuals who have made meaningful contributions to society
  • Recognize lifetime achievements or outstanding service
  • Encourage ethical leadership, knowledge sharing, and social responsibility
  • Acknowledge excellence beyond formal academic qualifications

Nature of the Award

The Honorary Doctorate Award:

  • Is a symbolic academic honour
  • Is conferred as Honoris Causa (for the sake of honour)
  • Is not an academic degree obtained through university study
  • Does not replace or equate to earned doctoral degrees

This recognition celebrates contribution, impact, and merit, rather than examinations or coursework.

Fields of Recognition

Honorary Doctorate Awards may be conferred in areas including, but not limited to:

  • Health & Wellness
  • Naturopathy & Alternative Health Sciences
  • Education & Academics
  • Research & Innovation
  • Social & Humanitarian Service
  • Professional Excellence
  • Community Leadership
  • Literature, Training & Mentorship

Types of Honorary Titles

Depending on the field of contribution, the Council may confer titles such as:

  • Honorary Doctorate (Honoris Causa)
  • Honorary Doctor of Philosophy (Hon. PhD)
  • Honorary Doctor of Science (Hon. D.Sc.)
  • Honorary Doctor of Letters (Hon. D.Litt.)

(Titles are honorary in nature and purely recognitional.)

Selection & Conferment

  • Candidates are selected through a merit-based evaluation process
  • Assessment focuses on contribution, integrity, experience, and social impact
  • Recommendations may come through nomination or application
  • Final approval rests with the Honorary Awards Committee

The decision of the Council is final and binding.

Issuing Authority

All Honorary Doctorate Awards are conferred by:

International Honorary Academic Awards Council
A Division of Rajgor Health And Education Centre, India
(MSME Registered | ISO Certified | AYUSH Pledge Certified)

Use of the Title

Recipients may mention the honorary title:

  • In personal profiles, biographies, and introductions
  • For recognition, respect, and honorary representation

However, the title:

  • Must not be used to claim academic equivalence
  • Must not be used for clinical or professional practice
  • Must not imply government or university recognition

Important Disclaimer

The Honorary Doctorate Award is a recognition conferred by a private educational institution through its honorary awards division.

  • It is not a university degree
  • It is not recognized by UGC or statutory professional councils
  • It does not authorize medical, clinical, or regulated professional practice
  • It does not imply government approval or affiliation

Ethical Commitment

The International Honorary Academic Awards Council is committed to:

  • Transparency and integrity
  • Merit-based recognition
  • Ethical standards in honorary awards
  • Protecting the dignity and value of academic honours

Any misuse or misrepresentation of the honorary title may result in withdrawal of recognition.