खालीलपैकी कोणत्या व्यक्तीचा 27 फेब्रुवारी हा जन्मदिवस 'मराठी भाषा दिवस' म्हणून साजरा केला जातो ?

The correct answer is Option C (V. V. Shirwadkar alias Kusumagraj).

Key Points:
• Marathi Bhasha Divas (Marathi Language Day) is celebrated annually on February 27th.
• It commemorates the birth anniversary of the eminent Marathi poet, playwright, and Jnanpith awardee Vishnu Vāman Shirwādkar, popularly known by his pen name 'Kusumagraj'.
• He made immense contributions to Marathi literature, with 'Vishakha' being a legendary poetry collection and 'Natsamrat' an iconic play.
• May 1 is Marathi Official Language Day (Marathi Rajbhasha Din), aligning with Maharashtra Day.
• Key Takeaway: 27 Feb is Marathi Language Day, marking the birth of poet Kusumagraj (V.V. Shirwadkar).