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Which annual award is given by the Indian government for lifetime contribution to Indian cinema?
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Dadasaheb Phalke Award
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The Dadasaheb Phalke Award is India's highest award in cinema, given annually for lifetime contribution to Indian film industry. It is named after Dhundiraj Govind Phalke, the father of Indian cinema. The Jnanpith Award is for literature, while National Film Awards are given for specific films rather than lifetime achievement.