What does the Jnanpith Award prize consist of?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Cash prize of ₹11 lakh, a citation and a bronze replica of Goddess Saraswati.
- The Literary award Jnanpith or Gyanpith is one of the highest literary honour in India. Some call it Gyanpeeth award also.
- The award is meant to recognize, nurture and promote the excellence in writing in all recognized Indian languages.
- It is awarded only to Indian nationals.
- The Jnanpith award is awarded every year for best creative writing to an Indian citizen in any of the 22 languages that are included in Schedule VIII of the Indian Constitution.
- English has also been included for consideration of the award from 49th award onwards.