Correct option is A
The correct answer is (a) Vishwanathan Anand.
• Vishwanathan Anand was the first recipient of the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award in 1991-92 for his exceptional contribution to chess.
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• Purpose: India's highest sporting honor, recognizing excellence in sports.
• First Winner: Vishwanathan Anand (1991-92).
• Latest Winner (2023): Niranjan Mukundan (Para-athletics).
• Concerned Ministry: Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Anurag Thakur.