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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 35

SSC GD Constable (English) - 10 Jan 2023 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q35

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Tapan Kumar Pattanayak won the Sangeet natak Akademi Award in which dance form?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Chhau

  • The Sangeet Natak Akademi Award went to Tapan Kumar Pattanayak for Chhau.
  • Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Odisha are the eastern states where the traditional Indian dance style known as chhau dance first emerged.
  • It's a colorful, energetic dance style that's well-known for its intricate masks and moves reminiscent of martial arts.