Bimbavati Devi is a well-known dancer of which type of dance?
- AManipuriCorrect
- BBharat Natyam
- CKuchipudi
- DOdissi
Explanation
Bimbavati Devi is a renowned exponent of Manipuri dance. She is the daughter of the legendary Manipuri dance gurus, Guru Bipin Singh and Guru Kalavati Devi. Born into a family of celebrated dancers, she was trained from a very young age and has significantly contributed to the promotion and evolution of the Manipuri style, particularly the Nartanalaya school. Her performances are known for blending traditional classical elements with contemporary expressions while maintaining the spiritual essence of the dance form.
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