Former Karnataka CM _________ received the Padma Vibhushan at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi for his contribution in the field of Public Affairs in 2023.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. SM Krishna.
Born on May 1, 1932, in Somanahalli, Karnataka, S. M. Krishna has had a distinguished career in Indian politics. He served as the 10th Chief Minister of Karnataka from 1999 to 2004, during which he played a pivotal role in transforming Bengaluru into a global IT hub. Later, he served as the Minister of External Affairs from 2009 to 2012. In 2017, he joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) after a long association with the Indian National Congress.
Ceremony Highlights
The Padma Awards ceremony took place on March 22, 2023, at Rashtrapati Bhavan. In addition to S. M. Krishna, other notable recipients included Kumar Mangalam Birla and the late Rakesh Jhunjhunwala (posthumously). The awards were presented by President Droupadi Murmu.