Question : Name the first Odissi classical dancer from Odisha who was conferred the Padma Vibhushan Award.
Option 1: Kelucharan Mohapatra
Option 2: Bijayini Satpathy
Option 3: Sonal Mansingh
Option 4: Gangadhar Pradhan
Correct Answer: Kelucharan Mohapatra
Solution : The correct answer is Kelucharan Mohapatra .
Kelucharan Mohapatra became Odisha's first Odissi classical dancer to be conferred the Padma Vibhushan Award in 2000. Renowned for his pivotal role in revitalizing and popularizing Odissi dance, Kelucharan Mohapatra stands as a legendary figure in Indian classical dance.
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