The Sahitya Akademi Award is given for a specific book. However, the Jnanpith is given for: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The Sahitya Akademi Award is given for a specific book. However, the Jnanpith is given for:

A. A novel

B. Poetry collection

C. A specific book

D. Overall contribution to literature

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Jnanpith Award is given for overall contribution to literature, not for a single work. Sahitya Akademi Award is for a specific work.

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