Sitara Devi, Padma Shri and Kalidas Samman awardee was awarded for reviving which of the following dance forms in India?
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SSC CHSL 6th June 2022 Shift-3
Bharatanatyam
Incorrect AnswerKuchipudi
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
- Option 1: Kathak
- Sitara Devi was a renowned Kathak dancer.
- She played a pivotal role in reviving this classical dance form in India.
- Her performances were known for their energy and innovation.
- She received numerous awards for her contribution to Kathak, including the Padma Shri and Kalidas Samman.
- Correct Answer: Kathak
- Option 2: Bharatanatyam
- Bharatanatyam is a classical dance form originating from Tamil Nadu.
- It was not specifically revived by Sitara Devi.
- Option 3: Odissi
- Odissi is a classical dance form from Odisha.
- It was revived by different artists, not Sitara Devi.
- Option 4: Kuchipudi
- Kuchipudi is a classical dance form from Andhra Pradesh.
- It’s known for its fast rhythms and fluid movements, unrelated to Sitara Devi’s revival efforts.
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By: santosh