Who of the following was the first recipient of the Maharashtra Bhushan Award?

A. Lata Mangeshkar

B. Bhimsen Joshi

C. Sachin Tendulkar

D. Purushottam Laxman Deshpande

Answer: Option D

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Purushottam Laxman Deshpande was the first recipient of the Maharashtra Bhushan Award. The Maharashtra Bhushan is a highest and prestigious award presented annually by the government of Maharashtra. Maharashtra Bhushan Award was started in 1996. Late writer Purushottam Laxman Deshpande was the first recipient of the honour.