Who among the following has been honoured with the first Lata Deena Nath Mangeshkar Award-2022 ?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was honored with the first Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Award on April 24, 2022, in Mumbai. This award was instituted in memory of the legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar, who passed away in February 2022. The award recognizes individuals who have made exemplary contributions to the nation, its people, and society. Prime Minister Modi was chosen for his selfless service to the country and society.

The Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Award is presented annually to one individual who has made path-breaking and exemplary contributions to the nation, its people, and society. In 2023, the award was conferred upon Lata Mangeshkar's sister, Asha Bhosle

Additional Information:

• Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur: As of 2022, Anurag Thakur serves as India's Minister of Information and Broadcasting but has not been a recipient of the Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Award.

• Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla: Om Birla holds the position of Speaker of the Lok Sabha; however, he has not been honored with this particular award.

• Famous musician Pyarelal Ram Prasad Sharma: Renowned for his contributions to Indian music as part of the Laxmikant–Pyarelal duo, Pyarelal has not received the Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Award.