Who was the first Odissi dancer from Odisha to receive Padma Vibhushan?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. Kelucharan Mohapatra.
The first Odissi dancer from Odisha to receive the Padma Vibhushan was Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra.
- Kelucharan Mohapatra was a highly respected and influential figure in the field of Odissi dance.
- He received the Padma Vibhushan in 2000 for his exceptional contributions to the art of Odissi and his role in popularizing and preserving the traditional dance form.