SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 26

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Kelucharan Mohapatra.

Kelucharan Mohapatra is not associated with Kathakali; he was a legendary exponent of Odissi, a classical dance form from Odisha. The other personalities—Kalamandalam Gopi, Ramankutty Nair, and Kalamandalam Rajan—are renowned artists of Kathakali, the classical dance-drama from Kerala known for its elaborate costumes, intricate facial expressions, and storytelling through gestures. This distinction is important in Indian classical dance traditions, as each dance form has its own lineage of gurus and performers who preserve and promote its unique techniques and heritage.