Who among the following is the first singer to be presented with India’s highest civilian honour, the Bharat Ratna?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Madurai Shanmukhavadivu Subbulakshmi
The first singer to be presented with India's highest civilian honour, the Bharat Ratna, is M. S. Subbulakshmi.
M. S. Subbulakshmi, also known as Madurai Shanmukhavadivu Subbulakshmi, was a legendary Carnatic vocalist. She received the Bharat Ratna in 1998 for her exceptional contribution to Indian classical music.