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GK QUESTION#1757

Consider the following statements about Makar Dhwaja Darogha:

  1. He was awarded the Padma Shri in 2011.
  2. He is known for his expertise in the classical dance form of Chhau.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

  1. A1 only
  2. B2 only
  3. CBoth 1 and 2Correct answer
  4. DNeither 1 nor 2
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C. Both 1 and 2

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Explanation

The Ministry of Home Affairs list of Padma awards for 2011 records Makar Dhwaja Darogha under Padma Shri, with his art identified as Chhau dance and his state as Jharkhand. This directly supports the award year and dance specialisation asked about in the two statements.

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