As per the Financial Assistance for Promotion of Guru-Shishya Parampara scheme of the Ministry of Culture:

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Support is provided to 1 Guru and a maximum 18 Shishyas in the field of theatre

Explanation:

Under the “Financial Assistance for Promotion of Guru-Shishya Parampara” scheme, implemented by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, financial support is provided to 1 Guru and a maximum of 18 Shishyas specifically in the field of theatre.

Information Booster:

Guru-Shishya Parampara (Repertory Grant) Scheme

Administered by:

• Ministry of Culture, Government of India
• A Central Sector Scheme
• Functions under the Umbrella Scheme: Kala Sanskriti Vikas Yojana (KSVY)

Overview

• Introduced in: 2003–04
• Purpose: To preserve and promote the ancient Guru–Shishya tradition in Indian performing arts.
• Focus Areas: Music, Dance, Drama/Theatre, and other traditional art forms.

Objective

To provide financial assistance to:

• Cultural organizations involved in performing arts.
• Facilitate regular training of shishyas (students) by their Guru, keeping alive the time-honored Guru–Shishya Parampara.

Beneficiaries

• Guru: 1 per institution
• Shishyas (Students):
• Music & Dance: Up to 10 shishyas
• Theatre: Up to 18 shishyas
• Minimum Age of Shishyas: 3 years and above