Correct option is B
The correct answer is (b) Uday Shankar.
· Uday Shankar is credited with starting a fusion dance form called 'Hi-Dance'.
· Uday Shankar (1900-1977) was a pioneering Indian dancer and choreographer known for creating a unique fusion of Indian classical dance and Western ballet, which he called 'Creative Dance.'
· He is considered one of the greatest proponents of modern Indian dance and played a significant role in bringing Indian dance to the global stage.
· He developed and performed dance dramas such as "Shiva-Parvati," "Radha-Krishna," and "Lanka Dahan."
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Shashadhar Acharya is a well-known exponent of the Indian classical dance form Chhau.
· Chhau is a traditional dance form that combines elements of martial arts, storytelling, and folk traditions.