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Being nominated for

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the Nobel Peace

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Prize does not

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mean winning.

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A nomination starts

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the review process.

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Submissions close January 31st.

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Nominations are checked

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for validity before

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reaching the committee.

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The committee creates

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a short

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list.

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Independent experts assess candidates,

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while repeated discussions

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narrow the field.

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The Norwegian Nobel

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Committee decides the award.

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The winner

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is announced

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in October.

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The ceremony follows

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in December.