Name the classical dancer who was awarded the ‘Sangeet Natak Akademi Award’ in 1966 for his contribution to Odissi.
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SSC CHSL 30th May 2022 Shift-1
Nileshwar Mukherjee
Incorrect AnswerHaricharan Singh
Incorrect AnswerKelucharan Mohapatra
Correct AnswerBipin Singh
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
- Kelucharan Mohapatra:
- Legendary figure in Odissi dance.
- Awarded the ‘Sangeet Natak Akademi Award’ in 1966 for his contribution to Odissi.
- Played a pivotal role in popularizing and reviving Odissi dance.
- Nileshwar Mukherjee:
- Not prominently known for contributions to Odissi.
- Does not match the context of the 1966 award.
- Haricharan Singh:
- Not associated with Odissi dance.
- Likely involved with different arts or cultural activities.
- Bipin Singh:
- Known for his contribution to Manipuri dance.
- Not related to the 1966 Odissi context.
Kelucharan Mohapatra is the correct option.
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By: santosh