Which of the following sitar players was awarded the Bharat Ratna in the year 1999?

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  1. Pandit Bhimsen Joshi
  2. Pandit Ravishankar
  3. Hariprasad Chourasia 
  4. Bhupen Hazarika

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Option 2 : Pandit Ravishankar
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The correct answer is Pandit Ravishankar.Key Points

  • Pandit Ravishankar was awarded the Bharat Ratna in 1999 for his contribution to Indian classical music.

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  • Pandit Bhimsen Joshi, option 1, was also a renowned musician and vocalist who was awarded the Bharat Ratna in 2008.
  • Hariprasad Chourasia, option 3, is a well-known flautist who has been awarded several prestigious awards including the Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan.
  • Bhupen Hazarika, option 4, was a singer, lyricist, and filmmaker who was awarded the Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan for his contribution to the arts.
  • Therefore, the correct option is 2) Pandit Ravishankar.
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