Celebrated Urdu poet and Bollywood writer-director Gulzar was honoured with which of the following awards in 2025?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Jnanpith Award
Explanation: • Gulzar was conferred the Jnanpith Award 2025. • Highest literary honour in India. • Recognises his contribution to Urdu poetry & Indian cinema. • Celebrates decades of acclaimed literary work. • Award acknowledges multi-genre excellence.
Information Booster: • Previous Urdu recipients include Firaq Gorakhpuri & Ali Sardar Jafri.
Additional Knowledge: (b) Padma Vibhushan → Civilian award; not awarded to Gulzar in 2025. (c) Padma Shri → Already awarded earlier. (d) Padma Bhushan → Not linked to 2025 recognition.