Guru Shyama Charan Pati, was conferred the Padma Shri for his contributions to mainly which of the following dance forms?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Chhau dance.
- Guru Shyama Charan Pati was awarded the Padma Shri primarily for his contribution to the Chhau Nritya dance form.
- Chhau dance, originating from Jharkhand is now integrated into the cultures of Odisha and West Bengal. This is a male-dominated dance that is performed with a mask or without a mask.