Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Name the first Odissi classical dancer from Odisha who was conferred the Padma Vibhushan Award.

Options:

Kelucharan Mohapatra

Bijayini Satpathy

Sonal Mansingh

Gangadhar Pradhan

Correct Answer:

Kelucharan Mohapatra

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) - Kelucharan Mohapatra

  • Kelucharan Mohapatra was a well-known guru, performer, and exponent of Indian classical dance.
  • In the 20th century, he is credited with bringing back and popularizing this classical
    dancing style.
  • He is the first recipient of Odisha's Padma Vibhushan.