Who was recognised as ‘Asthana Nartaki’ (resident dancer) of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam?

Yamini Krishnamurthy

The correct answer is Option (1) - Yamini Krishnamurthy

Yamini Krishnamurthy was recognised as ‘Asthana Nartaki’ (resident dancer) of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam. She is an Indian classical dancer of Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi styles. She was born on 20 December 1940 in Madanapalle, Andhra Pradesh, India. She is a recipient of the Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for Dance - Bharatanatyam. She has performed all over the world and has been credited with popularizing Indian classical dance forms. She is also a teacher and has trained many dancers.

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, located in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India. It is one of the most visited pilgrimage sites in the world. The title of ‘Asthana Nartaki’ is a prestigious honor bestowed upon a dancer who has made significant contributions to the field of Indian classical dance.