The award given for the best debut director in Malayalam cinema is:

J.C. Daniel Award
Aravindan Puraskaram
Bharathan Award
Padmarajan Award

The correct answer is A) J.C. Daniel Award.

The J.C. Daniel Award is an Indian film award presented annually by the Kerala State Chalachitra Academy for the best debut director in Malayalam cinema. It is named after J. C. Daniel, who is considered to be the father of Malayalam cinema. The award was instituted in 1987 and the first recipient was Fazil for his film Manichitrathazhu.

The award consists of a cash prize of ₹1 lakh, a plaque, and a citation. The award is presented at the annual Kerala State Film Awards ceremony.

The other options are incorrect because:

  • B) Aravindan Puraskaram is an award given for the best film in Malayalam cinema.
  • C) Bharathan Award is an award given for the best actor in Malayalam cinema.
  • D) Padmarajan Award is an award given for the best screenwriter in Malayalam cinema.