SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 36

SSC CGL - 11 Sep 2024 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q36

When was the Jawaharlal Nehru Manipur Dance Academy established?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 1954.

The Jawaharlal Nehru Manipur Dance Academy was established in 1954. Located in Imphal, the capital of Manipur, the academy was founded to preserve and promote the traditional performing arts of the region, particularly Manipuri dance. It is named after Jawaharlal Nehru, India's first Prime Minister, who had a deep appreciation for the cultural heritage of India. The academy plays a key role in training dancers, conducting research, and organizing performances to showcase Manipuri classical dance forms.