The correct answer is: B) Masti Venkatesha Iyengar.
Masti Venkatesha Iyengar (1885-1958) was a Kannada writer, critic, and journalist. He is considered to be the “Father of Modern Kannada Literature”. He was awarded the Jnanpith Award, India’s highest literary award, in 1955.
Shivaram Karanth (1902-1987) was a Kannada novelist, short story writer, playwright, and social activist. He is considered to be one of the most important writers in Kannada literature. He was awarded the Jnanpith Award in 1974.
Kuvempu (1904-1994) was a Kannada poet, writer, and critic. He is considered to be one of the greatest Kannada poets of all time. He was awarded the Jnanpith Award in 1965.
U.R. Ananthamurthy (1932-2014) was a Kannada novelist, short story writer, critic, and essayist. He is considered to be one of the most important writers in Kannada literature. He was awarded the Jnanpith Award in 1994.
Masti Venkatesha Iyengar was born in Mysore, India, in 1885. He studied at the Maharaja’s College in Mysore and the University of Madras. He worked as a journalist and teacher before becoming a full-time writer.
Iyengar’s first novel, “Shri Krishnarajendra Vijaya”, was published in 1919. He went on to write over 100 novels, short stories, plays, and essays. His most famous works include “The Man of Destiny” (1924), “The House of the Serpent” (1932), and “The Painter of Signs” (1942).
Iyengar was a pioneer of modern Kannada literature. He introduced new forms and styles to Kannada literature. He was also a social activist who fought for the rights of the oppressed.
Iyengar was awarded the Jnanpith Award in 1955. He was the first Kannada writer to receive this award. He was also awarded the Padma Bhushan, India’s third-highest civilian award, in 1968.
Masti Venkatesha Iyengar died in Mysore, India, in 1958. He was 73 years old.