Kamalini and Nalini Asthana were conferred the Padma Shri in 2022 for which of the following? 

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  1. For teaching and propagating Kathak globally  
  2. For taking Indian cuisine to the world  
  3. For disaster relief work in Gujarat 
  4. For specialising in the study of Indian society  

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Option 1 : For teaching and propagating Kathak globally  
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The correct answer is For teaching and propagating Kathak globally  

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  • Kamalini Asthana and Nalini Asthana are a sister duo from Agra in Uttar Pradesh known for their great performances of the Banaras Gharana style of Kathak.
  • They are also known for their contributions to the popularisation of the Benaras Gharana style of Kathak both in India and abroad.
  • In 2022, Govt of India conferred the Padma Shri award, the third highest award in the Padma series of awards, on Kamalini Asthana and Nalini Asthana for teaching and propagating Kathak globally.  
  • The award is in recognition of his service as an "Acclaimed Kathak Dancer Duo from Agra known for teaching and propagating it globally.
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