The correct answer is: D. Andhra Pradesh
The Samman Award is a state government award instituted by the Government of Andhra Pradesh. It is given to individuals and organizations for their outstanding contributions in various fields, including literature, art, music, dance, drama, cinema, journalism, sports, social service, and education.
The award was instituted in 1968 by the then Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, N. T. Rama Rao. It is given annually on the occasion of Andhra Pradesh Day, which is celebrated on November 1.
The award consists of a cash prize, a citation, and a memento. The cash prize is currently â¹1 lakh.
The award is given by a jury appointed by the Government of Andhra Pradesh. The jury consists of eminent personalities from the fields in which the award is given.
The award is a prestigious award and is considered to be one of the highest honors that can be bestowed on an individual or organization in Andhra Pradesh.
Here is a brief description of each option:
- A. Uttar Pradesh: The Uttar Pradesh government has instituted several awards, including the Yash Bharti Award, the Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Award, and the Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Award. However, it has not instituted an award called the Samman Award.
- B. Himachal Pradesh: The Himachal Pradesh government has instituted several awards, including the Padam Shri Award, the Padma Bhushan Award, and the Padma Vibhushan Award. However, it has not instituted an award called the Samman Award.
- C. Madhya Pradesh: The Madhya Pradesh government has instituted several awards, including the Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Award, the Dr. Harivansh Rai Bachchan Award, and the Lata Mangeshkar Award. However, it has not instituted an award called the Samman Award.
- D. Andhra Pradesh: The Andhra Pradesh government has instituted several awards, including the Samman Award, the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Award, and the Dr. N.T. Rama Rao Award. The Samman Award is the highest civilian award of the state.