Correct option is C
The correct answer is (c) Uttarakhand.
- Madhuri Barthwal, a Padma Shri awardee, hails from Uttarakhand and is a legendary folk singer known for her significant contribution to preserving and promoting the traditional folk music of the region.
- She was the first woman music composer for All India Radio (AIR), where she worked to popularize the folk traditions of Uttarakhand.
Information about the other options:
- Punjab: Known for its vibrant folk traditions like Bhangra and Gidda, but Madhuri Barthwal is not associated with Punjab.
- Uttar Pradesh: While Uttar Pradesh has a rich cultural heritage, including Awadhi and Bhojpuri folk music, Madhuri Barthwal belongs to Uttarakhand.
- Haryana: Famous for its folk songs and dances like Ragini and Khoria, but Madhuri Barthwal is not from Haryana.
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Padma Awards
- Padma Awards - one of the highest civilian Awards of the country are conferred in three categories, namely, Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri.
- The Awards are given in various disciplines/fields of activities, viz.- art, social work, public affairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, medicine, literature and education, sports, civil service, etc.
- The awards are announced on the occasion of Republic Day every year.
- In the year 2024, 5 Padma Vibhushan, 17 Padma Bhushan, and 110 Padma Shri Awards were given.
- Padma Vibhushan Awards:
Name | Field | State/Region/Country |
Ms. Vyjayantimala Bali | Art | Tamil Nadu |
Shri Konidela Chiranjeevi | Art | Andhra Pradesh |
Shri M Venkaiah Naidu | Public Affairs | Andhra Pradesh |
Shri Bindeshwar Pathak (Posthumous) | Social Work | Bihar |
Ms. Padma Subrahmanyam | Art | Tamil Nadu |
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