Q. Which of the following actors have been awarded Dada Saheb Phalke Award (and the year)? (December 2022, UGC NET)

(A) Amir Khan — Year 2015

(B) Shashi Kapoor — Year 2014

(C) Dharmendra — Year 2016

(D) Rajanikant — Year 2019

(E) Vinod Khanna — Year 2017

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

1. B, D, E only       

2. B, C, E only

3. C, D, A only

4. C, D, E only

Correct Ans: (1)

Explanation: The Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India’s highest award in cinema, has been awarded to notable actors such as Shashi Kapoor (2014), Rajinikanth (2019), and Vinod Khanna (2017). This award recognizes their outstanding contributions to the Indian film industry and their enduring legacy in cinema, celebrating their achievements and impact on Indian culture and entertainment.