Who is called the father of the modern Indian dance?

Correct option is A

 The correct answer is (a) Uday Shankar.
Uday Shankar is widely recognized as the father of modern Indian dance. He was instrumental in developing a new genre that integrated classical Indian dance aesthetics with a more contemporary and interpretative style, which did not strictly adhere to the traditional forms of Indian classical dance. Uday Shankar's creative innovations included the use of new themes, modern stage techniques, and collaborations with artists from other cultural backgrounds, which helped in bringing Indian dance to an international platform. His work laid the foundation for modern Indian dance and inspired generations of dancers and choreographers to explore and innovate within the framework of Indian classical dance traditions.