Kathak legend Pandit Birju Maharaj passed away in January 2022. In which year did he receive the Padma Vibhushan?

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The correct answer is 1986.

Key Points

Kathak legend Pandit Birju Maharaj passed away (age 83) in January 2022.
Birju Maharaj was a descendant of the Maharaj family of Kathak dancers which includes his two uncles, Shambhu Maharaj and Lachhu Maharaj, and his father and guru, Acchan Maharaj.
He was the recipient of numerous awards for his contributions to the performing arts, including the Padma Vibhushan in 1986.

Additional Information

In 2021, a book on his life, titled Nritya Samrat Pt. Birju Maharaj, was launched.
The book is a compilation of 96 (22 in English and 70 in Hindi) short essays written by his disciples, associates, admirers and senior artists, associates, and well-wishers from around the world.
It has been put together by Nandkishore Kapote, a senior disciple of Birju Maharaj.
Awards received by him include:
- Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 1964.
- Nritya Choodamani Award by Sri Krishna Gana Sabha in 1986.
- Kalidas Samman in 1987.
- Lata Mangeshkar Puraskar in 2002.