Which danseuse among the following was called to perform for Queen Elizabeth-II’s coronation festivities in 1953?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Kamala Lakshmi Narayanan.
- The danseuse who performed for Queen Elizabeth II's coronation festivities in 1953 is Kumari Kamala.
- She is also known as Kamala Lakshman and is recognized for her expertise in Bharatanatyam and Kathak.
- Received the Padma Bhushan award in 1970.
Other Options:
Mrinalini Vikram Sarabhai: She was an Indian classical dancer, choreographer and instructor. She received Padma Bhushan in 1992 and Padma Shri in 1965.
Sitara Devi: She was an Indian dancer of the classical Kathak style of dancing. At a young age Devi met Rabindranath Tagore. He out of affection described her as Nritya Samragni.
Rukmini Devi Arundale: She was an Indian theosophist, dancer and choreographer of the Indian classical dance form of Bharatanatyam, and an activist for animal welfare. She was the first woman in Indian history to be nominated as a member of the Rajya Sabha.