Who among the following received the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award of 2019 in the Kathakali classical dance category?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Kottakkal Nandakumaran Nair.
Among the given options, Kottakkal Nandakumaran Nair was honored with the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in the Kathakali classical dance category for 2019. The Sangeet Natak Akademi, India's premier institution for music, dance, and drama, announced a total of 128 awardees for the years 2019, 2020, and 2021. These awards acknowledge the remarkable contributions of artists across various performing arts, including Kathakali, preserving and promoting India’s rich cultural heritage.