Consider the following statements:
Vishnupant Moreshwar Chatre is regarded as the Father of Indian Circus.
He established the Great Indian Circus in 1880.
The circus acts he presented included only animal performances.
His contribution significantly influenced the development of circus arts in India.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?

Question

Statement 1 is correct: Vishnupant Moreshwar Chatre is known as the Father of Indian Circus.
Statement 2 is correct: He founded the Great Indian Circus in 1880.
Statement 3 is incorrect: His circus showcased a variety of acts, not just animal performances.
Statement 4 is correct: His efforts significantly influenced circus arts in India.

Thus, only statements 1, 2 and 4 are correct.

GKToday Admin · Accepted Answer

Only 1, 2 and 4

Statement 1 is correct: Vishnupant Moreshwar Chatre is known as the Father of Indian Circus.
Statement 2 is correct: He founded the Great Indian Circus in 1880.
Statement 3 is incorrect: His circus showcased a variety of acts, not just animal performances.
Statement 4 is correct: His efforts significantly influenced circus arts in India.

Thus, only statements 1, 2 and 4 are correct.

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