Darshana Jhaveri, a famous Manipuri dancer, was awarded the Padma Shri in which of the following years?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 2002.
Darshana Jhaveri, a renowned exponent of Manipuri dance and a prominent member of the Jhaveri sisters, was awarded the Padma Shri in 2002. This honour recognised her significant contributions to the classical dance form, both as a performer and as a teacher. In 1996, she also received the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, further acknowledging her dedication to preserving and promoting Manipuri dance traditions.