Pandit Shambhu Maharaj, a classical _______ dancer, was awarded with Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 1967.

Kathak

The correct answer is Option (2) - Kathak

Pandit Shambhu Maharaj was a renowned classical Kathak dancer who received the prestigious Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 1967. He belonged to the Lucknow Gharana of Kathak and was known for his exceptional skill, grace, and expressiveness in the dance form. Maharaj's contributions to Kathak, both as a performer and a teacher, were widely recognized and honored, making him a prominent figure in the realm of Indian classical dance.