Who among the following personalities is an award winning Bhojpuri folk singer?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Malini Awasthi.
- Malini Awasthi is an award-winning Indian folk singer renowned for her performances in Bhojpuri and other North Indian languages like Awadhi and Bundelkhandi. She has received numerous accolades for her contributions to folk music, including the Padma Shri in 2016, one of India's highest civilian awards. Additionally, she has been honored with the Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 2017 and the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 2018 for her significant contributions to the folk music of Uttar Pradesh.
- While Ila Arun is a celebrated singer with a Filmfare Award for Best Female Playback Singer, she is not primarily known as a Bhojpuri folk singer.
- Rabbi Shergill is known for his Punjabi Sufi rock music and has received nominations for Filmfare and Zee Cine Awards.
- Papon is a versatile singer with several awards, including an IIFA Award for Best Male Playback Singer, but his work spans various genres beyond Bhojpuri folk.