Rajasthan SI — Painting & Handicrafts MCQs
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Rajasthan SI — Art & Architecture — Painting & Handicrafts
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Question 1 of 20
The legendary Phad artist Padma Shri Shrilal Joshi, who is credited with taking this art form to the international stage and training thousands of students, lived during which time period?
Question 2 of 20
Which of the following Rajput rulers is credited with presiding over the 'Golden Era' of the Udaipur (Mewar) sub-school of painting?
Question 3 of 20
Which set of flora and fauna is characteristically depicted as primary elements in the Udaipur (Mewar) style of painting?
Question 4 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the patrons of Hadoti school of paintings: 1. Rao Umed Singh was the major patron of the Bundi style. 2. Maharao Umed Singh was the major patron of the Kota style. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 5 of 20
The very first life-size portrait (Aadamkad Chitra) ever created in the Jaipur style was painted by the renowned artist Sahibram. Which ruler did this portrait depict?
Question 6 of 20
Consider the Assertion (A) and Reason (R): Assertion (A): The Kota school of painting is often referred to as the 'Hunting style'. Reason (R): Paintings of the Kota style prominently depict dense forests where even royal women are shown hunting wildlife. Choose the correct option:
Question 7 of 20
Which of the following bodies is entrusted primarily with the responsibility of developing industrial infrastructure and managing large-scale industries across Rajasthan?
Question 8 of 20
Which of the following pairs of 'Artist' and their associated 'Art Form' is INCORRECTLY matched?
Question 9 of 20
Assertion (A): The artists of the Bikaner and Shekhawati styles had the unique habit of writing their names and the date of creation on their paintings. Reason (R): This practice was mandated by the British colonial administration to tax individual artists based on their artistic output. Choose the correct option:
Question 10 of 20
Consider the following thematic subjects: 1. Kalila-Damna 2. Ragamala 3. Rasikpriya These texts served as the primary subjects for miniature paintings in which of the following schools?
Question 11 of 20
The famous artists Ruknuddin, Aliraza, Shah Mohammed, and Munnalal belong to which school of Rajasthani miniature painting?
Question 12 of 20
Which of the following communities is predominantly renowned for practicing the 500-year-old traditional 'Dabu' print technique?
Question 13 of 20
Read the following statements critically regarding the genesis of Rajasthani Miniature Painting: I. The pure origin of the Rajasthani style is dated precisely around 1500 AD. II. By the 16th century, it was still considered a sub-branch of the Apabhramsha style, failing to achieve independent status until the 18th century. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Question 14 of 20
Match List-I with List-II concerning the primary base materials used in specific Rajasthani handicrafts: List-I (Handicraft) A. Blue Pottery B. Meenakari C. Thewa Kala D. Usta Kala List-II (Base Material) 1. Gold Ornaments 2. Camel Hide 3. Ceramic / Cheeni Mitti 4. Colored Belgium Glass
Question 15 of 20
Which of the following master painters is NOT associated with the Udaipur (Mewar) style of painting during its golden era and subsequent phases?
Question 16 of 20
The famous artists Moolchand, Baldev, Ghulam Ali, and Salaga are associated with which school of Rajasthani painting?
Question 17 of 20
Which of the following elements are primarily depicted in the Kota school of painting?
Question 18 of 20
Match the Tributary in List I with its corresponding River in List II: List-I (Tributary) A. Rapti B. Tista C. Hiran D. Purna List-II (River) 1. Brahmaputra 2. Narmada 3. Godavari 4. Ghaghra
Question 19 of 20
The 'Jajam' or 'Ajam' print, known for its distinct red and green colors, is historically favored for the attire of women from which community?
Question 20 of 20
The first illustrated manuscript of Rajasthan, 'Shravak Pratikraman Sutra Churni', was painted in 1260 AD at Ahad under the reign of which ruler?
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