The 'Gaudiya Nritya' was proposed for classical status but is currently recognized as: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Gaudiya Nritya' was proposed for classical status but is currently recognized as:

A. A folk dance

B. A variant of Odissi

C. Not recognized by Sangeet Natak Akademi

D. A separate classical dance

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Gaudiya Nritya, from West Bengal, has not yet been granted classical status by the Sangeet Natak Akademi.

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