SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 49

SSC CGL - 02 Dec 2022 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q49

Bimbavati Devi is an exponent of which Indian dance form?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2. i.e. Manipuri.

Bimbavati Devi, a gifted performer of Manipuri dance, along with artistes of Manipuri Nartanalaya- Kolkata gives her an audio-visual extravaganza, bringing forth the creative essence of Manipuri dance. She is the disciple and daughter of Guru Bipin Singh and Kalavati Devi.

She was initiated into the world of dance and music at a very tender age.

  • Besides dancing, she has also undergone training in pung (Manipuri mridang) and recently initiated into Thang Ta (Manipuri martial art).
  • Bimba, an empanelled artiste of Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), has performed in various prestigious dance programs and festivals in India and abroad.