Who won the first Kalidas Samman in the field of classical dance? 

Correct option is B

·  Rukmini Devi Arundale, a prominent Indian classical dancer and one of the foremost pioneers of the Bharatanatyam dance form, was awarded the first Kalidas Samman in the field of classical dance.

·  The Kalidas Samman is an award presented by the Government of Madhya Pradesh to recognize outstanding contributions in various cultural fields, including classical music and dance.

·  Rukmini Devi is credited with reviving and popularizing Bharatanatyam in the 20th century, transforming it from a temple dance into a respected art form that gained national and international recognition.

·  She also played a significant role in the establishment of the Kalakshetra Foundation in Chennai, which is one of the leading institutions for training in classical dance.

• Narayan Shridhar Bendre: A prominent poet, but not associated with classical dance.
• KG Subramanyam : A celebrated artist in the field of visual arts, not dance.
• Ram Kumar : Known for his contributions to Indian painting, not dance.