SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 35

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level 2020 - 10 Nov 2020 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q35

Who among the following from Canada was awarded the Padma Shri 2020 for contribution to trade and industry?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Prem Watsa

Prem Watsa, a prominent Indian-Canadian billionaire businessman, was indeed awarded the Padma Shri in 2020 for his significant contributions to trade and industry.He is the founder, chairman, and chief executive of Fairfax Financial Holdings, a Toronto-based financial services company, and is often referred to as "Canada's Warren Buffett" due to his shrewd investment strategies. His work has had a global impact, including substantial investments and interests in India.