PPSC Excise and Taxation Inspector 2018 Question Paper

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40.

Who has been honoured with the 2018 Sahitya Akademi Bhasha Samman Award ?

A: Niranjan Sharma
B: Shesh Anand Madhukar
C: R Sankamarayan
D: Anjum S Majumdar

The answer is: B

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Explanation

B: Shesh Anand Madhukar


Shesh Anand Madhukar (also spelled Shesh Anand Madhukar), a prominent Magahi writer, poet, and scholar, was honoured with the Sahitya Akademi Bhasha Samman Award in 2018 for his significant contributions to the development and enrichment of the Magahi language and literature.

Key Details:

  • He is noted as the second Magahi writer to receive this award.
  • The award was presented on 31 January 2018 at the Sahitya Akademi in New Delhi.
  • It includes a plaque and a cash prize (₹1 lakh).