The Stellar Awards, founded in 1984, experienced a significant shift in its representation of gospel subgenres in the late 1990s and early 2000s. What characterized this shift?

A A complete abandonment of traditional gospel in favor of contemporary Christian music. B An increased emphasis on recognizing and awarding achievements in diverse subgenres like hip-hop gospel, praise and worship, and quartet music, reflecting the evolving landscape of gospel music. C A reduction in the number of award categories to streamline the ceremony and focus on mainstream artists. D A focus on international gospel artists at the expense of American artists.