Sahitya Akadami Awards - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   Which of the following statements is/are incorrect about sahitya akadami award?

1. Ministry of Human Resources confers Sahitya Akadami awards.
2. It is given biannually.
3. The award can not be given posthumously.


a. 1,2
b. 2,3
c. 1,3
d. All
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: All

Explanation:
Sahitya Akadmi which has ministry of culture as it's parent organization gives Sahitya Akadami awards annually. A posthumous publication is eligible for Award only if the author has died within the three year period stipulated for the award or later.