Correct option is A
The correct answer is (a) Bharatnatyam.
· Alarmel Valli is a renowned Indian classical dancer known for her expertise in Bharatanatyam.
· Bharatanatyam is a classical dance from south Indian state Tamil Nadu.
· She has received numerous awards and honors, including the Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan from the Government of India.
· Valli is celebrated for her expressive dance style, technical precision, and ability to convey complex emotions through her performances.
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Other exponents of Bharatanatyam: Alarmel Valli, Rukmini Devi Arundale, Yamini Krishnamurthy, Padma Subrahmanyam, Malavika Sarukkai.
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Odissi: Kelucharan Mohapatra, Sonal Mansingh, Sanjukta Panigrahi, Sujata Mohapatra, Madhavi Mudgal.
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Kuchipudi: Vempati Chinna Satyam, Yamini Krishnamurthy, Swapnasundari, Raja and Radha Reddy, Shobha Naidu.
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Kathak: Birju Maharaj, Sitara Devi, Shovana Narayan, Kumudini Lakhia, Aditi Mangaldas.