Who is known as the 'Father of Modern Dance in India'?

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  1. Uday Shankar
  2. Birju Maharaj
  3. Gopi Krishna
  4. Guru Bipin Singh

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Option 1 : Uday Shankar
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The correct answer is Uday Shankar.Key Points

  • Uday Shankar is known as the Father of Modern Dance in India for his contributions to the development of modern dance in the country.
  • He was a pioneer in incorporating Indian classical dance forms with Western dance styles, creating a unique and innovative style of dance.
  • Uday Shankar also established the first Indian dance school, the Uday Shankar India Culture Centre, in Almora, Uttarakhand.
  • He is also known for his collaborations with famous artists such as Pablo Picasso and Igor Stravinsky.
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  • Birju Maharaj is a famous Kathak dancer and choreographer, known for his contributions to the classical dance form.
    • He performed Kathak dance as an exponent of the Lucknow "Kalka-Bindadin" Gharana in India. 
  • Gopi Krishna was a Kathak dancer and choreographer, as well as a spiritual teacher and author.
    • He learned Bharatnatyam as well.
  • Guru Bipin Singh was a Manipuri dancer and choreographer, known for his contributions to the classical dance form.
    • He founded the Manipuri Nartanalaya dance school in Calcutta in 1972 as well as the Govindji Nartanalaya dance school for women in Imphal.
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