S Ballesh Bhajantri, who was awarded the Padma Shri Award in 2022, is famous for playing the:

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Shehnai.
· S Ballesh Bhajantri is renowned for his exceptional skill in playing the shehnai, a traditional Indian wind instrument.
· He was awarded the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian honors, in 2022 for his contributions to Indian classical music.
· The shehnai is often associated with auspicious occasions and is used in North Indian weddings and religious ceremonies.
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