Question
Download Solution PDFWho was the first Indian actress to receive the Padma Shri Award?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Nargis Dutt.Key Points
- Padma Shri Award:-
- It is the fourth-highest civilian award in India, given for distinguished service in various fields including arts, literature, education, sports, medicine, social work, and public affairs.
- Nargis Dutt was the first Indian actress to receive the Padma Shri Award in 1958.
Additional Information
- Asha Parekh:-
- She is also a Padma Shri awardee, but she received it in 1992, much later than Nargis Dutt.
- Madhubala:-
- She also known as the "Marilyn Monroe of Bollywood," was a highly acclaimed actress of her time but unfortunately.
- She passed away at a young age of 36 due to a heart condition, and did not receive the Padma Shri Award.
- Devika Rani:-
- She was a pioneer in Indian cinema and was the first actress to receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, which is the highest award in Indian cinema.
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