Which of the following is the highest award for dance in India?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Sangeet Natak Akademi Award.
· The Sangeet Natak Akademi Award is the highest national recognition given to practicing artists in the fields of music, dance, and drama in India.
· Instituted in 1952 by the Sangeet Natak Akademi, India's National Academy of Music, Dance, and Drama, this award is considered one of the most prestigious in the country.
· The award includes a cash prize, a citation, an Angavastram (a ceremonial shawl), and a Tamrapatra (a brass plaque).
· The Sangeet Natak Akademi Award is given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of dance, among other performing arts.
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· Guru Debaprasad Award: Named after the famous Odissi dancer Guru Debaprasad Das, this award recognizes excellence in the field of Odissi dance.
· Nritya Shiromani: A title awarded to outstanding dancers, but not a national-level recognition like the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award.
· Kalidas Samman: A prestigious award given by the Government of Madhya Pradesh for achievements in the fields of Classical Music, Classical Dance, Theatre, and Visual Arts.