Multiple choice

The Punjabi Writer to get Padam Shri Award

  1. Gurdial Singh

  2. Surjit Singh

  3. Atam Hamrahi

  4. None of the above
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Explanation

Surjit Singh (1918-1995) was a distinguished Punjabi writer who received the Padma Shri award in 1985 for his contributions to Punjabi literature. He was known for his novels, short stories, and literary criticism. Some of his famous works include 'Suhaag' and 'Tutta Vakhna'. He was a progressive writer who addressed social issues and the plight of common people in his works.

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