Who is often called the 'Saraswati of India' for her mastery of Hindustani classical music and received the Bharat Ratna?

Quiz Options

• Lata Mangeshkar
• M. S. Subbulakshmi
• Begum Akhtar
• Girija Devi

Explanation

M. S. Subbulakshmi was a legendary Carnatic vocalist and the first musician to be awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honor. She was often referred to with reverence, akin to the goddess of music, Saraswati.