The legendary Nightingale of India, Lata Mangeshkar passed away at the age of 92 recently. In which of the following year was the singer honored with the prestigious Bharat Ratna award?
A) 2010
B) 2005
C) 2001
D) 1999
Explanation: She has won the following prestigious awards:
- 2001 : Bharat Ratna – The Nation’s Highest Civilian Award
- 1999 : Padma Vibhushan
- 1969 : Padam Bhushan