The world famous Kathak dancer Pandit Birju Maharaj was the face of the Kalka Bindadin gharana of ........

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The world famous Kathak dancer Pandit Birju Maharaj was the face of the Kalka - Bindadin gharana of ____________.

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SSC CPO 9th Nov 2022 Shift 2

Dharwad

Lucknow

Bhopal

Agra

- Pandit Birju Maharaj was a legendary Kathak dancer, globally revered for his art.

- He represented the Kalka-Bindadin gharana, which is famous for its roots in one specific city.

- Option 1: Dharwad – Known for its classical music, especially Hindustani classical, but not related to this Kathak gharana.

- Option 2: Lucknow – This is correct. The Kalka-Bindadin gharana is also known as the Lucknow gharana, established by his ancestors in Lucknow.

- Option 3: Bhopal – Rich in culture, but does not have a connection to the Kalka-Bindadin gharana.

- Option 4: Agra – Known for another style of music and dance, but not for this Kathak gharana.

- Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2: Lucknow.

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