The first foreigner honoured with the Bharat Ratna Award was:
- Muhammad Ali Jinnah
- Benazir Bhutto
- Sirimavo Bandarnaike
- Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan
The Correct Option is D
Solution and Explanation
Let's examine the question and options provided to determine the correct answer.
The Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award in India. It was instituted in 1954 to recognize the highest degrees of national service. The award can be given to both Indian and non-Indian personalities.
The question asks us to identify the first foreigner who was honored with the Bharat Ratna Award. Let’s analyze each option:
- Muhammad Ali Jinnah: Known as the key figure in the formation of Pakistan, Jinnah does not hold the Bharat Ratna as he was politically affiliated with Pakistan.
- Benazir Bhutto: The former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Bhutto was never conferred with the Bharat Ratna.
- Sirimavo Bandaranaike: The first female Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Bandaranaike also did not receive this award.
- Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan: He was a prominent Indian freedom fighter, known for his non-violent opposition to British rule in India. A close friend of Mahatma Gandhi, Khan was affectionately called the 'Frontier Gandhi'. He was the first foreign national to receive the Bharat Ratna in 1987.
From this analysis, it is clear that the correct answer is Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan. He was honored with the Bharat Ratna in recognition of his efforts and contribution to India’s struggle for independence and his commitment to non-violent principles.
Conclusion: The first foreigner honored with the Bharat Ratna Award was Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan.
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