Q. Who was the first recipient of Dadasaheb Phalke Award?
Answer: Devika Rani
Notes: The Dadasaheb Phalke Award was introduced in 1969 by the government to recognise the contribution of film personalities towards the development of Indian Cinema. Devika Rani was the first recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. She received the award in 1969 has made an immense contribution to the Indian film industry and is regarded as the “first lady of Indian cinema"

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