Which book was awarded the Bal Sahitya Puraskar 2022 in English language category?

The correct answer is (C) Two Epics – in One: The Ramayana for Children (The girl who chose) and the Mahabharata for Children (The Boys who Fought)

Explanation:
● The book “Two Epics – in One: The Ramayana for Children (The girl who chose) and the Mahabharata for Children (The Boys who Fought)” was awarded the Bal Sahitya Puraskar 2022 in the English language category.
● Bal Sahitya Puraskar is given by the Sahitya Akademi to recognise excellent children’s literature in Indian languages, including English.
● The award highlights contributions that enrich literary culture among young readers.

Information Booster:
● Sahitya Akademi is India’s national academy of letters, established in 1954.
● Bal Sahitya Puraskar was instituted to encourage children’s literature.
● The award is given annually across multiple languages recognised by the Akademi.
● Winners receive a cash prize, a citation, and an engraved copper plate.
● The award recognises both established and emerging authors in children’s literature.

Additional Knowledge:
● Ramayana for Children and Mahabharata for Children are adaptations of the Indian epics, aimed at young readers.
● Sahitya Akademi also confers the Yuva Puraskar for young writers.
● The Bal Sahitya Puraskar complements other literary awards in India.