Correct option is D
The correct answer is (d) Shri Manoj Das.
· Shri Manoj Das was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2020 for his significant contributions to literature and education.
· He was an eminent Indian author who wrote in both Odia and English, known for his works in fiction, essays, and literary criticism.
· Manoj Das's writings reflect deep insights into human nature and the complexities of life, and he has been a major influence on contemporary Indian literature.
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· Ms. Gita Mehta: An Indian writer and journalist known for her novels and non-fiction works, but did not receive the Padma Bhushan in 2020.
· Shri Kailash Madbaiya: Not a recipient of the Padma Bhushan in 2020 for literature and education.
· Shri Narsingh Dev Jamwal: A renowned writer and playwright from Jammu and Kashmir, but not the recipient of the Padma Bhushan in 2020 for literature and education.