Question

What is the correct chronological order of conferring Bharat Ratna for the following persons?
$1$. MS Subbulakshmi
$2$. Amartya Sen
$3$. APJ Abdul Kalam
$4$. Lata Mangeshkar
Select the correct answer using the codes given.

• A. $1,2,3,4$
• B. $3,1,2,4$
• C. $2,1,4,3$
• D. $4,3,1,2$

Answer 1

The correct option is B $3,1,2,4$

Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian honour, given for exceptional service towards advancement of Art, Literature and Science, and in recognition of Public Service of the highest order. Our former President, A. P. J Abdul Kalam was a recipient in the year 1997. The Carnatic classical singer MS Subbulakshmi was awarded the Bharat Ratna in 1998. Amartya Sen, the economist from Kolkata and a Noble laureate, was awarded the Bharat Ratna in 1999. Lata Mangeshkar, the playback singer, was awarded the Bharat Ratna in 2001.