In 2005, which was awarded the Pride of Performance Award by the Government of Pakistan

 Answer: Arif Lohar

In 2005, Arif Lohar was awarded the Pride of Performance Award by the Government of Pakistan – the highest civil award in Pakistan. To date, he has more than 150 albums (including many Singles – LP's) to his credit and recorded more than 3,000 songs, mostly in the Punjabi language.

Genres: Punjabi Folk music

Origin: Punjab, Pakistan

Instruments: Chimta

Occupation(s): Vocalist, musician