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SSC MTS 2022 PYQ — Question 29

SSC MTS - 19 July 2022 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q29

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Who among the following legendary Kathak dancers passed away in January 2022?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e Pandit Birju Maharaj.

  • Birju Maharaj was a leading exponent and torch-bearer of Kathak dance form. He was the only son and disciple of Shri Achhan Maharaj and a familiar face of Indian Kathak dance all over the world.
  • Birju Maharaj was a wonderful singer with a strong grip over Thumri, Dadra, Bhajan and Ghazals. 
  • In the 2002 film ‘Devdas’, Birju had choreographed the song ‘Kaahe Chhed Mohe.’ He has also worked as a choreographer in well-known movies like ‘Dedh Ishqiya’, ‘Umrao Jaan’, and ‘Bajirao Mastani.’
  • In 2013, he went on to make his South Indian movie debut when he choreographed the song ‘Unnai Kaanatha Naan’ for the Kamal Haasan starrer ‘Vishwaroopam.’
  • He has been honored with Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, Soviet Land Nehru Award and Sangam Kala Award among other awards.