Paintings — Set 3
Arts & Culture · चित्रकला · Questions 21–30 of 50
What is the primary material used as a base for the traditional 'Thangka' paintings of the Himalayan region?
Correct Answer: C. Cotton or Silk
A Thangka is a Tibetan Buddhist painting on cotton or silk appliqué, usually depicting a deity or scene. These scrolls are meant to be rolled up for transport and used as meditation tools. They are highly intricate and follow strict iconographic rules.
The 'Manjusha' painting style, characterized by box-like structures, originated in which region?
Correct Answer: B. Anga (Bhagalpur)
Manjusha art is a folk art of the Anga region (present-day Bhagalpur) in Bihar. It is also known as snake painting because it revolves around the legend of Bihula-Bishahari. It is traditionally done on boxes made of jute and paper.
Which Mughal Emperor is said to have had a keen interest in individual portraiture and realistic nature paintings?
Correct Answer: A. Jahangir
Jahangir was a great connoisseur of art and his reign saw a shift towards naturalism in Mughal painting. He encouraged artists to paint animals, birds, and flowers with great scientific accuracy. Under him, the use of 'Halo' or 'Nimbus' behind the emperor's head became common.
The 'Gond' painting style, using patterns of dots and lines, belongs to the largest tribal community of which state?
Correct Answer: B. Madhya Pradesh
Gond art is a form of painting from the Gondi tribe, primarily found in Madhya Pradesh. It is characterized by the use of dots and lines to create a sense of movement and texture. Jangarh Singh Shyam was the most famous modern proponent of this style.
Which painting style uses 'Gesso' paste (zinc oxide and Arabic gum) to create a 3D effect on wooden planks?
Correct Answer: B. Mysore
Mysore painting is a classical South Indian style that evolved from the Vijayanagar school. It uses Gesso paste to create relief work, which is then covered with gold leaf. It is known for its subtle colors and attention to detail compared to Tanjore art.
The 'Basholi' style, known for its bold colors and intense emotional expression, is the oldest school of which art group?
Correct Answer: C. Pahari School
Basholi painting is the earliest school of Pahari miniature art, originating in the Jammu and Kashmir region. It is characterized by vibrant primary colors and peculiar facial features like receding foreheads. The most famous illustrated set from this school is the 'Rasamanjari'.
Which ancient Indian text contains a dedicated chapter on 'Chitrasutra', explaining the principles of painting?
Correct Answer: B. Vishnudharmottara Purana
The Chitrasutra is a section of the Vishnudharmottara Purana that provides a detailed treatise on Indian painting. it covers aspects like proportions, stances, and the preparation of colors. It is considered the most comprehensive source on ancient Indian aesthetics.
The 'Patua' artists of West Bengal are traditionally known for making which type of paintings?
Correct Answer: B. Scroll Paintings
Patuas are a community of traditional scroll painters and itinerant singers in West Bengal. They paint 'Pats' which are scrolls illustrating mythological or social stories. As they unroll the scroll, they sing songs called 'Pater Gaan' to narrate the visuals.
Which color was most predominantly used in the prehistoric rock paintings found at Bhimbetka?
Correct Answer: C. Red and White
The rock shelters of Bhimbetka in Madhya Pradesh contain paintings from the Mesolithic era. Most of these paintings are in red and white, derived from hematite (geru) and lime. They depict scenes of hunting, dancing, and animal movements.
The 'Nirmal' painting style, which involves painting on lacquered wood, originates from which state?
Correct Answer: A. Telangana
Nirmal paintings are a traditional art form of Nirmal town in Telangana. The paintings are done on wood using nitrocellulose colors and are known for their golden glow. They often depict scenes from the Ramayana and Mahabharata.