SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 32

SSC GD Constable (English) - 30 Jan 2023 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q32

The couple who won Padma Bhushan in 2009 for Bharatanatyam is ______________. 

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The Correct answer is option 4 i.e. Vannadil Pudiyaveettil Dhananjayan and Shanta Dhananjayan.

Vannadil Pudiyaveettil Dhananjayan and Shantha Dhananjayan are an Indian dance duo who were awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2009.

  • This couple is also known as Dhananjayan.
  • They were also awarded the Kalidas Samman by the Government of Madhya Pradesh in 2019-20.
  • Padma Bhushan is a prestigious civilian award in India, and many individuals in different fields receive it every year.