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State literary honor: ‘‘Sharad Joshi Samman’’ is awarded for which area? Sharad Joshi was a noted Hindi satirist and humorist; match the award's focus. Choose the correct option.

Q: State literary honor: ‘‘Sharad Joshi Samman’’ is awarded for which area? Sharad Joshi was a noted Hindi satirist and humorist; match the award's focus. Choose the correct option.

Context Named after writer Sharad Joshi, the honor celebrates satire/humor in Hindi literature, typically under a state cultural award framework. Final Answer Hindi satirical and humorous literature.

Difficulty: Easy

Investigative journalism
Agricultural innovation
Hindi satirical and humorous literature
Social work and community service

Correct Answer: Hindi satirical and humorous literature

Explanation:

Context

Named after writer Sharad Joshi, the honor celebrates satire/humor in Hindi literature, typically under a state cultural award framework.

Final Answer
Hindi satirical and humorous literature.

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