Jnanpith Award — Set 3
Awards & Honors · ज्ञानपीठ पुरस्कार · Questions 21–30 of 60
Which Marathi writer won the Jnanpith Award for his legendary play 'Natsamrat' and other works?
Correct Answer: B. V.V. Shirwadkar (Kusumagraj)
Kusumagraj won the award in 1987 for his significant contribution to Marathi literature. His play 'Natsamrat' is considered a masterpiece of the Indian stage. Marathi Language Day is celebrated on his birthday, February 27th.
Who was the first Odia writer to receive the Jnanpith Award?
Correct Answer: D. Gopinath Mohanty
Gopinath Mohanty won the award in 1973 for his novel 'Mati Matal'. He is known for his realistic portrayal of tribal life in Odisha. He was also the first winner of the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1955.
Amrita Pritam, the famous Punjabi writer, received the Jnanpith for which work?
Correct Answer: D. Kagaz Te Canvas
Amrita Pritam was honored in 1981 for her poetry collection 'Kagaz Te Canvas'. She was the first prominent female voice in Punjabi literature. She is equally famous for her novel 'Pinjar' which deals with the Partition.
Who among the following celebrated Urdu poets was awarded the Jnanpith in 2023?
Correct Answer: C. Gulzar
Gulzar is a legendary lyricist, director, and poet who has enriched Urdu and Hindi literature. He received the 58th Jnanpith Award for his lifetime achievement in Urdu. He has also won an Oscar and a Grammy for his song 'Jai Ho'.
Which Telugu writer received the Jnanpith Award for his work 'Ramayana Kalpavrukshamu'?
Correct Answer: B. Viswanatha Satyanarayana
Viswanatha Satyanarayana was the first Telugu author to win the Jnanpith Award in 1970. He was a prolific writer known for his mastery over classical prosody. His work 'Ramayana Kalpavrukshamu' is an epic retelling of the Ramayana.
Who was the first Jnanpith winner from the state of Gujarat?
Correct Answer: D. Umashankar Joshi
Umashankar Joshi shared the award in 1967 with Kuvempu for his poetry collection 'Nishith'. He was a versatile writer who also served as the President of the Sahitya Akademi. His poetry often focused on humanitarian and nationalist themes.
AAuthor Krishna Sobti was a recipient of the Jnanpith Award for which language?
Correct Answer: B. Hindi
Krishna Sobti was honored in 2017 for her path-breaking contribution to Hindi literature. She is famous for her bold and innovative use of language and themes. Her works like 'Zindaginama' are considered modern classics.
Who was the second woman to receive the Jnanpith Award?
Correct Answer: D. Amrita Pritam
Amrita Pritam received the award in 1981, becoming the second female author after Ashapoorna Devi. She remains one of the most beloved figures in South Asian literature. She wrote extensively in both Punjabi and Hindi.
Which Tamil writer won the Jnanpith Award for his novel 'Chithirappavai'?
Correct Answer: A. Akilan
P.V. Akilan received the award in 1975, being the first Tamil recipient. He was a freedom fighter whose writing often focused on social justice. 'Chithirappavai' is one of his most acclaimed realistic novels.
Who won the Jnanpith Award in 2021 for the language Konkani?
Correct Answer: A. Damodar Mauzo
Damodar Mauzo was the 57th recipient of the award for his life-long service to Konkani literature. He is known for his short stories and novels that explore the identity of Goa. His novel 'Karmelin' had previously won the Sahitya Akademi Award.