Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Guru Nileshwar Mukharjee is the exponent of which of the following Indian classical dance forms?

Options:

Sattriya

Manipuri

Odissi

Kathak

Correct Answer:

Manipuri

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) - Manipuri

Guru Nileshwar Mukharjee is a well-known Manipuri dancer from India who has achieved international fame. The Manipuri community is well aware of Guru Nileshwar Mukharjee, who has made significant contributions to the field of Manipuri dance. Guru Nileshwar Mukharjee gave a Ras performance in Sylhet in 1920, and Rabindranath Tagore was so moved that he summoned him to Shantiniketan. In the history of Manipuri dance, this event marked a turning point. Within a decade, it had transcended national boundaries and made Guru Nileshwar Mukharjee's name well- known around the world.