In the following question, an incomplete statement followed by fillers is given. Pick out the best filler to complete the incomplete statement, correctly and meaningfully. The artist was awarded a national honour not only for his creativity but also for_______________      

The sentence highlights a positive recognition – "awarded a national honour" – which must be for something commendable. (1) copying the works of foreign painters – plagiarism; not something worthy of honour (2) influencing generations through his original style – strong, positive, and meaningful contribution (3) withdrawing from the public eye completely – not related to artistic merit                     (4) refusing to exhibit his paintings publicly – may indicate reclusiveness, not award-worthy