The correct answer is: c) Shiksha Ratna Award.
The Shiksha Ratna Award is a state government award given to teachers in Andhra Pradesh for excellence in teaching. It is the highest award given to teachers in the state. The award was instituted in 1976 by the then Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, N. T. Rama Rao.
The award is given to teachers who have made outstanding contributions to the field of education. The awardees are selected by a committee of eminent educationists. The award consists of a cash prize, a citation, and a memento.
The award is given every year on Teachers’ Day, which is celebrated on September 5.
The other options are incorrect because:
- The Best Teacher Award is a national award given to teachers for excellence in teaching.
- The Dronacharya Award is a national award given to coaches for excellence in sports.
- The Padma Shri is a national award given to people for their contributions in various fields, including education.