Famous Personalities — Set 10

Renowned classical dancer Birju Maharaj, the maestro of Kathak dance, was from which gharana that is prominently associated with Lucknow and whose legacy is also celebrated in Madhya Pradesh?

Kishore Kumar, one of Bollywood's most versatile playback singers, was born in which city of Madhya Pradesh?

Which famous Urdu poet and lyricist, who wrote the iconic song 'Kaifi and Shayari,' was born in Mizwaan village, Azamgarh, but spent significant years in MP and whose son Farhan Akhtar is a renowned filmmaker?

Which Indian classical vocalist from Rewa, Madhya Pradesh, is known as the 'Mallika-e-Thumri' (Queen of Thumri) in Hindustani classical music?

Which Madhya Pradesh-origin writer received the Jnanpith Award — India's highest literary honour — for his contributions to Hindi literature?

Which noted Hindi author from Madhya Pradesh wrote the famous novel 'Maila Aanchal' depicting rural life in India?

Which Madhya Pradesh-born athlete won India's first individual Olympic gold medal and in which sport?

Tansen, the legendary musician and one of the Navaratnas of Emperor Akbar's court, is associated with which city in Madhya Pradesh?

Which Madhya Pradesh-born political leader served as the President of India and was known for his work in social and tribal welfare?

Which renowned Hindi poet from Madhya Pradesh is famous for the poem 'Jhansī kī Rānī' (The Queen of Jhansi) depicting the bravery of Rani Laxmibai?