Shanti Hiranand, who passed away on the 10th April, 2020 was the last intimate link with which among the following famous singers?
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Correct answer: A
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The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Begum Akhtar.
Shanti Hiranand, who died on April 10, 2020, was widely recognized as the last intimate link to the legendary ghazal singer Begum Akhtar. She trained directly under Akhtar from 1957 until Akhtar’s death in 1974 and went on to author a detailed biography titled Begum Akhtar: The Story of My Ammi. Hiranand devoted her life to preserving Akhtar’s unique musical style, performing and teaching the iconic ghazal approach. Her passing marked the end of a direct, personal connection to Begum Akhtar’s artistic legacy.