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SSC MTS 2022 PYQ — Question 38

SSC MTS - 19 July 2022 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q38

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Which famous Bharatanatyam dancer was awarded with the Padma Bhushan in 1957 and Padma Vibhushan in 1977? Bengali film director Satyajit Ray made a documentary on her.

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Correct answer: B

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The correct answer is Option 2 i.e Tanjore Balasaraswati.

  • Tanjore Balasaraswati, who was also known as Balasaraswati, was the topmost exponent of Bharatanatyam.
  • The renowned Indian film maker Satyajit Ray made a documentary on her work and career, titled ‘Bala’.
  • The Government of India honored her with the third highest award for civilians, the Padma Bhushan in 1957; and the Padma Vibhushan in 1977, which is the second highest national award.