Nanjiyamma received the National Award____________ for the song Kalakkatha Sandana from the Malayalam film Ayyapanum Koshiyum.

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) 2020.
· Nanjiyamma received the National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer in 2020 for the song "Kalakkatha Sandana" from the Malayalam film "Ayyappanum Koshiyum".
· Ayyappanum Koshiyum (2020) directed by Sachy, this Malayalam film explores themes of ego clashes and social justice.
· The song gained widespread popularity for its folk touch and the soulful voice of Nanjiyamma, who is a tribal folk singer from the Attappadi region in Kerala.
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70th National Film Awards 2022: The 70th National Film Awards ceremony was held on October 8, 2024
· Best Feature Film: Aattam (The Play), directed by Anand Ekarshi.
· Best Non-Feature Film: Ayena (Mirror), directed by Siddhant Sarin.
· Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment: Kantara.
· Best Actor in a Leading Role: Rishab Shetty for Kantara.
· Best Actress in a Leading Role: Nithya Menen for Thiruchitrambalam.
· Best Supporting Actor: Pavan Raj Malhotra.
· Best Supporting Actress: Neena Gupta.