The President of India conferred the Padma Shri award to Gurcharan Singh for his distinguished service in the field of ______________ in 2023.

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Cricket.
Gurucharan Singh is a former Indian cricketer who played as a left-arm spinner.
He represented the Indian cricket team in 5 test matches and 1 ODI between 1982 and 1984.
He has trained numerous cricketers who have gone on to represent India at the international level.
His dedication to cricket coaching and his impact on the development of young talent have earned him recognition with the prestigious Padma Shri award in 2023.