Explanation:

Let’s break down the choices:

- Mallika Sarabhai: She’s a celebrated dancer and activist, but she didn’t receive the French ‘Chevalier of Arts and Letters’ in 2004.

- Sonal Mansingh: Also a renowned dancer, mostly known for Odissi and Bharatanatyam, but no record of this particular French honor that year.

- Mrinalini Sarabhai: Another giant in Indian dance, she’s won countless awards—but not this French one in 2004.

- Alarmel Valli: Here’s the answer. She’s an acclaimed Bharatanatyam exponent, and she did indeed receive the ‘Chevalier of Arts and Letters’ from France in 2004. That’s a big deal—it’s meant to honor those who make a major mark in the arts.

So, Alarmel Valli is the one. Nicely done—you got it.