The ‘Odisha Youth Innovation Award’ aims to encourage and support:

Young entrepreneurs
Sportspersons
Social activists
Artists

The correct answer is: a) Young entrepreneurs.

The Odisha Youth Innovation Award is a state government initiative to encourage and support young entrepreneurs in Odisha. The award is given to young people who have developed innovative products or services that have the potential to create jobs and economic growth in the state.

The award was first given in 2016 and has since become one of the most prestigious awards for young entrepreneurs in Odisha. The award is open to young people aged 18-35 who have developed a product or service that is innovative, has the potential to create jobs, and is aligned with the state government’s priorities.

The award is judged by a panel of experts from the government, academia, and the private sector. The winners of the award receive a cash prize, a trophy, and a certificate. They also receive mentorship and support from the government to help them grow their businesses.

The Odisha Youth Innovation Award is a great way to encourage and support young entrepreneurs in Odisha. The award has helped to create a number of successful businesses in the state and has helped to promote entrepreneurship among young people.

The other options are incorrect because they are not the focus of the Odisha Youth Innovation Award.

Option b) Sportspersons are not the focus of the Odisha Youth Innovation Award. The award is given to young entrepreneurs, not sportspersons.

Option c) Social activists are not the focus of the Odisha Youth Innovation Award. The award is given to young entrepreneurs, not social activists.

Option d) Artists are not the focus of the Odisha Youth Innovation Award. The award is given to young entrepreneurs, not artists.