| Names |
RUKMINI DEVI
ARUNDALE |
| Date of
Birth |
February 29, 1904 |
| Date of
Death |
February 24, 1986 |
| Identity |
Indian theosophist,
dancer and choreographer |
| General |
- She was the choreographer of the Indian classical dance
form of Bharatnatyam, and an activist for animal rights and
welfare.
- She is considered as the most important revivalist in
the Indian classical dance form of Bharatnatyam from its
original 'sadhir' style, prevalent amongst the temple
dancers, viz. Devadasis.
- She also worked for the re-establishment of traditional
Indian arts and crafts.
- She features in India Today's list of '100 People Who
Shaped India'.
- She was awarded the PADMA BHUSHAN in
1956, and Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship in 1967.
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