140. Which percussionist and music director received the Padma Shri in 2019?
[SSC CGL Tier-I — 2023]
(A) Sivamani
(B) Nucleya
(C) Naushad
(D) Bappi Lahiri
Answer: (A) Sivamani
Explanation: Sivamani is known for percussion performances combining classical and contemporary rhythms. He was conferred the Padma Shri in 2019 for contributions to art. The alternatives represent other musical styles and generations but were not the corresponding awardee.
139. Which state’s Baiga dance tradition was represented by Padma Shri 2022 recipient Arjun Singh Dhurve?
[SSC CGL Tier-I — 2023]
(A) Rajasthan
(B) West Bengal
(C) Odisha
(D) Madhya Pradesh
Answer: (D) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation: Arjun Singh Dhurve is associated with Baiga tribal dance and culture in Madhya Pradesh. His Padma Shri recognised work preserving traditional performance. Baiga communities are primarily associated with central India, especially parts of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh.
138. Which dance form was represented by Padma Shri awardee V. Satyanarayana Sarma?
[SSC CGL Tier-I — 2023]
(A) Kathak
(B) Odissi
(C) Kuchipudi
(D) Bharatanatyam
Answer: (C) Kuchipudi
Explanation: Vedantam Satyanarayana Sarma was a celebrated Kuchipudi dancer and teacher. He was particularly recognised for female roles in traditional dance drama. Kuchipudi is a classical art form originating in Andhra Pradesh.
137. Who received a 2023 Padma award for reviving the eco-friendly craft of Etikoppaka toys?
[SSC CGL Tier-I — 2023]
(A) C. V. Raju
(B) Victor Banerjee
(C) Devendra Jhajharia
(D) Radheyshyam Khemka
Answer: (A) C. V. Raju
Explanation: C. V. Raju is associated with Etikoppaka wooden toys made in Andhra Pradesh. His work helped safeguard traditional lac-turned toy craftsmanship while encouraging environmentally friendly methods. The Padma distinction acknowledged preservation of an endangered craft.
136. Aditi Mangal Das received the Mahari Award in 2022 for which classical dance?
[SSC CGL Tier-I — 2023]
(A) Kathak
(B) Manipuri
(C) Odissi
(D) Bharatanatyam
Answer: (A) Kathak
Explanation: Aditi Mangaldas is a Kathak performer known for combining classical vocabulary with contemporary choreographic approaches. Her recognition through the Mahari Award related to dance performance. Kathak developed in North India and uses intricate footwork and spins.
135. Padma Shri 2020 recipient Vajira Chitrasena, from Sri Lanka, was recognised for work promoting what?
[SSC CGL Tier-I — 2023]
(A) Educational exchange
(B) India–Sri Lanka cultural ties through classical dance
(C) Public health cooperation
(D) Classical instrumental music
Answer: (B) India–Sri Lanka cultural ties through classical dance
Explanation: Vajira Chitrasena is a distinguished Sri Lankan dancer whose artistic work contributed to cultural understanding between India and Sri Lanka. Her Padma Shri illustrated the possibility of Indian civilian honours going to foreign nationals.
134. Joravarsinh Jadav received the Padma Shri in 2019 for preserving which regional performance tradition?
[SSC CGL Tier-I — 2023]
(A) Yakshagana of Karnataka
(B) Tamasha of Maharashtra
(C) Ghoomar of Rajasthan
(D) Gujarati Bhavai folk tradition
Answer: (D) Gujarati Bhavai folk tradition
Explanation: Joravarsinh Jadav devoted decades to documenting Gujarati folklore, folk theatre and traditions such as Bhavai. His 2019 Padma Shri acknowledged the preservation of intangible culture. Bhavai is associated with Gujarat and neighbouring regions.
133. Who was honoured with the Padma award in 2023 for reviving traditional Naga folk music using innovation?
[SSC CGL Tier-I — 2023]
(A) Moa Subong
(B) Baba Balia
(C) C. V. Raju
(D) T. Senka Ao
Answer: (A) Moa Subong
Explanation: Moa Subong of Nagaland is known for the development and promotion of traditional Naga instruments and folk music, including the bamhum. His Padma recognition highlighted the importance of indigenous musical traditions.
132. Who composed the Golden Globe-winning song Naatu Naatu from RRR?
[UPPSC PCS Prelims — 2023]
(A) M. M. Keeravani
(B) Anirudh Ravichander
(C) Devi Sri Prasad
(D) A. R. Rahman
Answer: (A) M. M. Keeravani
Explanation: Composer M. M. Keeravani created the music for Naatu Naatu, with lyrics by Chandrabose. The song won the Golden Globe for Best Original Song in 2023 and subsequently the Academy Award in the same category.
131. Who received BBC Sports Personality World Sport Star recognition for 2022?
[WBCS Prelims — 2023]
(A) Lionel Messi
(B) Roger Federer
(C) Kylian Mbappé
(D) Cristiano Ronaldo
Answer: (A) Lionel Messi
Explanation: Lionel Messi was recognised after Argentina won the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. The BBC’s World Sport Star award honours outstanding global sporting achievement and differs from tournament-specific honours such as the Golden Ball.
