SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 21

SSC GD Constable (English) - 11 Jan 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q21

Who among the following personalities has won the Padma Shri for her contributions 
in Kathakali dance form in the year 2019?
 

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Milena Salvini i.e.

  • Italy-born Salvini used to visit India, especially Kerala, regularly. It was in Kerala that he learned Kathakali and ran 'Centre Mandap', a school for Indian dance styles in Paris.
  • The Government of India honored him with the Padma Shri award in 2019 for his contribution in the field of acting.