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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 50

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level - 3 Aug 2022 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q50

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In April 2021, __________ was selected for the award instituted by the Pookkad Kalalayam in Kozhikode, in memory of noted musician Malabar Sukumaran Bhagavathar in recognition of her comprehensive contribution to classical dance.

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Correct answer: A

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The correct answer is option 1 i.e. P Ramadevi.

  • In April 2021, P Ramadevi was selected for the award instituted by the Pookkad Kalalayam in Kozhikode, in memory of noted musician Malabar Sukumaran Bhagavathar in recognition of her comprehensive contribution to classical dance.
  • She established the Sri Sai Nataraja Foundation of Kuchipudi Dance in 1989, in Secunderabad, and has since dedicated over 27 years to promoting the art form.
  • In addition to her contributions to dance, she holds multiple academic qualifications, including a B.Sc, B.Ed, a Diploma in Home Science, Praveena in Hindi, and a Higher Diploma in Computer Applications.
  • She has also made significant contributions to the literary side of classical dance, having written seven Kuchipudi dance ballet scripts and composed over five Keerthanas.