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- The awards recognize exceptional contributions in fields like art, literature, education, medicine, social work, science, sports, and industry.
- Padma Vibhushan (3 awardees): Includes Justice Jagdish Singh Khehar, Kumudini Lakhia (posthumous), and folk singer Sharda Sinha (posthumous).
- Padma Bhushan (9 awardees): Honored individuals like Sadhvi Ritambhara, Nandamuri Balakrishna, and economist Bibek Debroy (posthumous).
- Padma Shri (57 awardees): Recognized achievers like playback singer Arijit Singh, cricketer R. Ashwin, Harvinder Singh, India's first para-archer, and former SBI Chairperson Arundhati Bhattacharya.
Question:
Q.1 In which field was Arundhati Bhattacharya honored with the Padma Shri in 2025?a) Banking and Industry
b) Literature
c) Education
d) Medicine
Answer: a) Arundhati Bhattacharya, former Chairperson of State Bank of India (SBI), was recognized for her contribution to banking and industry.