Correct option is A
- The Natya Kalanidhi award is one of the highest honors given by the Abhinava Kala Kendra, conferred for excellence in the field of classical dance.
- In 2021, Chitra Visweswaran, a renowned Bharatanatyam dancer, received this prestigious award.
- Chitra Visweswaran is widely regarded for her contributions to Bharatanatyam and her deep understanding of the art form. She has been a leading figure in bringing this classical dance to global audiences.
Additional Information:
- Natya Kalanidhi is awarded annually by the The Music Academy, Chennai, and is given to distinguished artists for their exemplary work in the field of classical dance.
- The award recognizes artists for their mastery and innovative contributions to classical dance forms like Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Odissi, and others.
Other Options:
- Padma Subrahmanyam: A distinguished Bharatnatyam dancer, but she was not the recipient of the Natya Kalanidhi award in 2021.
- Guru Bipin Singh: A renowned artist in Manipuri dance, but not the recipient of this award in 2021.
- Pandit Birju Maharaj: A legendary Kathak dancer, but he was not the recipient of the Natya Kalanidhi award in 2021.
