Which of these awards is given by the Madhya Pradesh government for outstanding contribution in the field of journalism?

Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Puraskar
Makhanlal Chaturvedi Puraskar
Tansen Samman
Bharat Ratna

The correct answer is: A) Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Puraskar.

The Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Puraskar is a literary award given by the Government of Madhya Pradesh for outstanding contribution in the field of journalism. It is named after Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi, a freedom fighter and journalist who was killed in the Chauri Chaura incident in 1922. The award was instituted in 1972 and is given annually to a journalist who has made a significant contribution to the field of journalism in Madhya Pradesh. The award consists of a cash prize of ₹1 lakh, a citation, and a plaque.

The other options are incorrect because:

  • The Makhanlal Chaturvedi Puraskar is a literary award given by the Government of Madhya Pradesh for outstanding contribution in the field of literature.
  • The Tansen Samman is a music award given by the Government of Madhya Pradesh for outstanding contribution in the field of music.
  • The Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award in India and is given for exceptional service to the nation.