Who among the following received the Padma Shri 2021 for Panthi folk dance?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Radhe Shyam Barle.
Radhe Shyam Barle, a distinguished Panthi folk dancer from Chhattisgarh, was honored with India's fourth‑highest civilian award, the Padma Shri, in 2021 for his exceptional contribution to art. Born on October 9, 1966, in Khola village, Durg district, Barle holds an MBBS and a diploma in folk music. Since childhood, he has been intimately involved with Panthi dance—a spiritual folk form rooted in the teachings of Guru Ghasidas. He has extensively promoted Panthi both within India and internationally, using his performances to spread messages of social consciousness that resonate deeply with his cultural heritage.