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2021

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Who has received Canada’s coveted Order of British Columbia award, the province’s highest honour?
A
Ajay Dilwari
B
Mehun Patel
C
Vishal Singh
D
Daya Bhai Patel
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -David Takayoshi Suzuki CC OBC, environmentalist and science broadcaster, appointed 1995. Susan Tatoosh, Indigenous leader, appointed 2019.

Detailed explanation-2: -British Columbia recognizes outstanding citizens with the Order of British Columbia for their achievement, excellence or distinction in any field. The Order represents the highest form of recognition the Province can bestow to its citizens.

Detailed explanation-3: -Ajay Dilawri is a leading entrepreneur whose vision, perseverance, leadership, and social conscience continues to improve the lives of many people in our province. He has made a significant and far-reaching impact throughout British Columbia.

Detailed explanation-4: -In 1778, British explorer Captain James Cook became the first European to set foot in British Columbia on his third expedition to the Pacific. During this time, Spanish explorers Perez and Quadra were also exploring the coast. A fort was built in Nootka Sound.

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