Who is the recipient of Padma Shri award in 2021?

Correct option is A

​Correct Answer:(a) Anitha Pauldurai​

Anitha Pauldurai is an Indian basketball player who has been the captain of the India women's national basketball team. She has been conferred with National Civilian Award Padma Shri in 2021. She has been also conferred with Chief Minister State award in the field of sports by Government of Tamilnadu in 2013. The Padma Shri is India's fourth-highest civilian award and recognizes distinguished contributions across various fields, including sports.

Padma Awards 2021 Highlights:

1. A total of 119 Padma Awards were announced in 2021, including 7 Padma Vibhushan, 10 Padma Bhushan, and 102 Padma Shri awards.
2. The awards honored individuals from diverse fields such as art, science, sports, social work, and public affairs.

Information Booster:

● Padma Shri awards are conferred on Republic Day every year.
● Other notable sports personalities who received Padma Awards in 2021 include P T Usha (Padma Bhushan) and Anju Bobby George (Padma Shri) for their contributions to Indian sports.
● The awards aim to celebrate excellence and inspire the younger generation.

Additional Knowledge:

• (a) P. Anita: Correct, awarded the Padma Shri in 2021.
• (b) P T Usha: Received the Padma Bhushan in 2021, recognized as the "Queen of Indian track and field."
• (c) Anju Bobby George: Honored with the Padma Shri in 2021 for her contributions to athletics.
• (d) Sania Mirza: A renowned tennis player, but not a Padma Shri recipient in 2021. She was previously awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2016.