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Correct Answer: Option (A) — A-4; B-2; C-1; D-3
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Standard Reference Verified• Hira Bhattacharya (A-4): Renowned exponent in the art of puppetry. • Malini Rajurkar (B-2): Noted Hindustani classical vocalist of the Gwalior Gharana. • Pratibha Prahlad (C-1): Celebrated Bharatanatyam dancer and choreographer. • Vempati Chinna Satyam (D-3): Legendary guru who revived and popularized Kuchipudi classical dance.
Guru Vempati Chinna Satyam is widely celebrated as the foremost master of Kuchipudi (D-3). This instantly narrows the choices down to (a) and (c). Malini Rajurkar is a well-known classical singer (B-2), securing (a).
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