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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 29

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level - 01 Aug 2022 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q29

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Padma Vibhushan awardee, Pandit Birju Maharaj was a _________ dancer of India.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Kathak.

  • Pandit Birju Maharaj, recipient of the Padma Vibhushan, was one of India's most legendary Kathak dancers.
  • Born in 1938 into the renowned Lucknow Gharana, he brought Kathak to the national and international stage with his expressive storytelling, graceful movements, and rhythmic footwork.
  • He also choreographed for Indian cinema and mentored many renowned dancers.
  • His contribution to preserving and popularising Kathak, a classical dance form that originated in North India, is unparalleled.
  • His performances reflected a deep blend of devotion, expression (abhinaya), and rhythm (tala), making him a true icon in Indian classical dance.