Fathers of Arts — Set 1
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Who is traditionally regarded as the 'Father of English Poetry'?
Correct Answer: C. Geoffrey Chaucer
Geoffrey Chaucer is known as the father of English poetry for his significant influence on the language. He was the first great writer to use the Middle English vernacular instead of Latin or French. His most famous work is 'The Canterbury Tales', a collection of stories in verse.
Who is commonly honored as the 'Father of Indian Cinema'?
Correct Answer: D. Dadasaheb Phalke
Dadasaheb Phalke made 'Raja Harishchandra', India's first indigenous full-length feature film in 1913. He introduced the concepts of professional filmmaking and storytelling on screen to the Indian public. The highest award in Indian cinema is named in his honor today.
Which philosopher and polymath is widely known as the 'Father of Western Philosophy'?
Correct Answer: D. Socrates
Socrates shifted the focus of philosophy from the physical world to human ethics and moral thought. He is best known for the Socratic method of questioning to reveal truth through dialogue. Although he wrote nothing himself, his ideas were preserved by his student Plato.
Who is regarded as the 'Father of Modern Art' for breaking away from traditional academic styles?
Correct Answer: C. Paul Cézanne
Paul Cézanne bridged the gap between 19th-century Impressionism and 20th-century Cubism. He emphasized geometric structures and the use of color to create depth in paintings. Many later artists, including Picasso, viewed him as their primary inspiration.
In the history of literature, who is considered the 'Father of the English Novel'?
Correct Answer: D. Daniel Defoe
Daniel Defoe is credited with writing 'Robinson Crusoe', often considered the first true English novel. His style introduced realistic prose narrative that focused on individual character experiences. This work helped establish the novel as a popular literary genre.
Which Greek author is traditionally hailed as the 'Father of History'?
Correct Answer: C. Herodotus
Herodotus was the first to systematically collect materials and test their accuracy in writing historical accounts. He is famous for his work 'The Histories', which records the origins of the Greco-Persian Wars. He combined ethnographic research with historical reporting for the first time.
Who is known as the 'Father of Sanskrit Grammar' for his pioneering work in linguistics?
Correct Answer: D. Panini
Panini authored the 'Ashtadhyayi', a comprehensive and scientific system of Sanskrit grammar. His rules are still used to understand the structure and evolution of the language today. He is considered one of the earliest computational linguists in world history.
Which ancient writer is commonly referred to as the 'Father of Greek Tragedy'?
Correct Answer: C. Aeschylus
Aeschylus introduced the second actor into theatrical plays, allowing for dialogue between characters. This innovation transformed Greek theatre from simple choruses into complex dramatic storytelling. He is known for masterpieces like the 'Oresteia' trilogy.
Who is recognized as the 'Father of the Renaissance' in the field of painting?
Correct Answer: D. Giotto di Bondone
Giotto broke away from the flat Byzantine style by introducing naturalism and three-dimensional space in frescoes. His work focused on human emotions and realistic portrayals of religious figures. He is often seen as the artist who started the artistic revival in Italy.
Who is often called the 'Father of Modern Indian Art' for his blend of Western and Indian styles?
Correct Answer: D. Raja Ravi Varma
Raja Ravi Varma was the first to use Western oil painting techniques to depict Indian mythological figures. He made art accessible to common people by establishing a lithographic press to mass-produce his works. His style heavily influenced the visual culture of modern India.