Paintings — Set 5
Arts & Culture · चित्रकला · Questions 41–50 of 50
Which of the following is a famous rock-cut painting site from the prehistoric era in India?
Correct Answer: B. Bhimbetka
Bhimbetka in Madhya Pradesh contains the largest collection of prehistoric rock art in India. The paintings span from the Upper Paleolithic to the Medieval period. They provide insights into the early hunter-gatherer societies.
The 'Thangka' paintings are predominantly associated with which region of India?
Correct Answer: B. Ladakh and Sikkim
Thangka is a traditional Tibetan Buddhist scroll painting common in Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and Sikkim. These paintings are highly symbolic and are used for religious instruction. They often feature complex mandalas and Buddhist deities.
Which style of painting from Andhra Pradesh is divided into 'Srikalahasti' and 'Machilipatnam' styles?
Correct Answer: B. Kalamkari
Kalamkari is a traditional textile art form of Andhra Pradesh. The Srikalahasti style involves free-hand drawing with a pen, while the Machilipatnam style uses wooden blocks. Both styles use natural vegetable dyes.
Which Indian artist founded the 'Progressive Artists' Group' in Mumbai in 1947?
Correct Answer: A. F.N. Souza
Francis Newton Souza was the primary founder and spokesperson of the Progressive Artists' Group. The group aimed to break away from the revivalist Bengal School and embrace international modernism. It included other legends like M.F. Husain and S.H. Raza.
The 'Warli' tribal art uses which geometric shape to represent a human body?
Correct Answer: C. Two Triangles joined at tips
In Warli art, the human body is traditionally represented by two triangles joined at the tips. The upper triangle represents the chest and the lower triangle represents the pelvis. This symbolic representation is a core feature of their artistic vocabulary.
The 'Pahari' school of painting is primarily developed in which geographical area?
Correct Answer: A. Himalayan Foothills
The correct answer is 'Himalayan Foothills'. Pahari painting is an umbrella term for miniature art that developed in the hill states of Northern India. This includes famous schools like Basohli, Kangra, and Guler. The style is noted for its poetic charm and beautiful landscapes.
Which Mughal Emperor is famously associated with the 'Golden Age' of Mughal Painting?
Correct Answer: A. Jahangir
Jahangir's reign is considered the peak of Mughal painting due to its refinement and naturalism. He was an expert in assessing the work of different artists. During his time, portrait painting reached its highest artistic level.
The 'Tanjore' paintings originated under the patronage of which rulers?
Correct Answer: D. Marathas of Thanjavur
While Thanjavur was a Chola capital, the specific Tanjore painting style developed under the Maratha rulers in the 18th century. It later flourished under the British and local elites. The style is famous for its iconic religious themes and use of gold leaf.
Who painted the iconic 'Shakuntala Looking Back at Dushyanta'?
Correct Answer: B. Raja Ravi Varma
Raja Ravi Varma painted this famous scene from Kalidasa's Abhijnana Shakuntalam. It captures the moment Shakuntala pretends to remove a thorn from her foot to catch a glimpse of Dushyanta. It is one of the most recognizable images in Indian art history.
Which of the following is a traditional mural painting style from Kerala found in temples?
Correct Answer: D. Kerala Murals
Kerala Murals are fresco-style paintings found on temple and palace walls dating back to the 9th century. They use a limited palette of five natural colors: red, yellow, green, black, and white. These paintings are characterized by their elaborate ornaments and expressive eyes.