Nirmal town in Telangana is a major center for:

The correct answer is: b) Tholu Bommalata puppets.

Nirmal town in Telangana is a major center for Tholu Bommalata puppets. Tholu Bommalata is a traditional puppet show that is performed in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The puppets are made of cloth and are manipulated by a puppeteer who sits behind a screen. The puppets are used to tell stories from Hindu mythology and folklore.

The other options are incorrect because:

• Nirmal paintings are a type of folk art that is found in Telangana. They are typically made on cloth or paper and depict scenes from everyday life.
• Kuchipudi dance is a classical dance form that originated in Andhra Pradesh. It is a graceful and expressive dance that is performed to the accompaniment of music.
• Carnatic music is a classical music form that originated in South India. It is a complex and sophisticated music form that is characterized by its use of melisma and rhythmic complexity.