SSC CHSL 2022 PYQ — Question 26

SSC CHSL - 2 June 2022 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q26

Who among the following wrote two books on the history and dance structure of Mohiniyattam?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2. i.e. Kalamandalam Kalyanikutty Amma.

  • Kalamandalam Kalyanikutty Amma was related to Mohiniyattam dance from Kerala in southern India.
  • Kalamandalam Kalyanikutty Amma, the grand lady of Mohiniattam, gave a structure and new dimension to the art form.
  • she is regarded as the "Mother of Mohiniyattam.
  • She was awarded Natya Praveene by Kerala Fine Arts Society in 1982.
  • She received Keerthi Shanghu from Kerala Kalamandalam in 1980.
  • She is a recipient of Sangeetha Nataka Academy Award in 1974.