Who among the following received, in 1997, the Japan Art Association’s Praemium Imperiale prize for music?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Pandit Ravi Shankar.
• Pandit Ravi Shankar, the legendary sitar player, won the Praemium Imperiale in 1997 for his significant contribution to music.
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• Pandit Ravi Shankar: Born in Varanasi, India, he is known for popularizing Indian classical music worldwide. He was also awarded the Padma Vibhushan and Bharat Ratna for his exceptional contribution to music.

• Japan Art Association: The Praemium Imperiale is a prestigious international award established in 1989.

• Current Head of Japan Art Association: Prince Hitachi of Japan.