Question

Which statesman from Karnataka was awarded the Bharat Ratna for his exceptional contributions to public service and administration, economic planning and industrial development, irrigation and water resource management, engineering and nation-building?

• A. S. Nijalingappa
• B. M. Visvesvaraya
• C. Devaraj Urs
• D. Kengal Hanumanthaiah

Hint:

Sir M. Visvesvaraya Engineer Day in India \[ 15^{th}\ \text{September} \] is celebrated in his honour.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Concept: Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya was one of India's greatest engineers and administrators.

Step 1: Identify the personality.
He was known for:
• Engineering excellence
• Irrigation projects
• Economic planning
• Nation-building
• Administrative reforms

Step 2: Recall the award.
He was awarded: \[ \boxed{\text{Bharat Ratna in 1955}} \]

Step 3: Choose the correct answer.
\[ \boxed{\text{Option (B)}} \]