RAS — Painting & Handicrafts MCQs
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RAS — Art & Architecture — Painting & Handicrafts
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Question 1 of 20
Which of the following statements correctly identifies the core cultural characteristic of the Dhundhar School of painting?
Question 2 of 20
Artists Shivdas Bhati and Amardas played a crucial role in establishing the visual narrative of which painting school?
Question 3 of 20
Which prominent artisan was awarded the Padma Shri in 2009 for his unparalleled mastery in creating natural colored, floral-patterned Bagru prints?
Question 4 of 20
Which of the following statements perfectly describes the contribution of the 'Hadoti School' to the Rajasthani painting tradition?
Question 5 of 20
Which of the following elements are distinctly found in the Nathdwara painting style?
Question 6 of 20
The 'Golden Age' (Swarn Kaal) of the Udaipur (Mewar) style of painting is historically attributed to the reign of which prominent ruler?
Question 7 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 8 of 20
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I (Painting Style) A. Nathdwara B. Bikaner C. Kota D. Jaipur List-II (Prominent Element) 1. Life-size portraits 2. Hunting scenes 3. Usta Kala (Camel hide) 4. Pichhwai
Question 9 of 20
Which specific type of wood is traditionally employed by artisans to carve the characters in Rajasthan's famous 'Kathputli' puppetry?
Question 10 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding 'Bani-Thani': 1. It represents the form of Radha. 2. Eric Dickinson titled it the 'Monalisa of India'. 3. It was painted by Sahibram under the patronage of Sawai Pratap Singh. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Question 11 of 20
Which of the following crafts received its Geographical Indication (GI) tag earliest among the choices?
Question 12 of 20
The 'Fresco Buono' technique, locally known as 'Arayash' or 'Ala-Gila', is distinguished by which of the following specific artistic methods?
Question 13 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?
Question 14 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the geographical origins and transfer of handicrafts: 1. Blue Pottery originated in Iran and came to Jaipur via Lahore. 2. Meenakari art was brought from Lahore by Man Singh I. 3. Thewa Kala relies primarily on colored Belgium glass. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Question 15 of 20
Consider the following statements analyzing the 'Dhundhar School' of Rajasthani Painting: 1. It encapsulates the sub-schools of Amer, Jaipur, Alwar, Uniara, and Shekhawati. 2. Culturally, it is noted for displaying the maximum Mughal influence and a strong emphasis on Darbari (courtly) culture. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Question 16 of 20
The integration of desert life realities with the aesthetic nuances of Mughal influence is the central cultural hallmark of which of the following painting schools?
Question 17 of 20
Which of the following sub-schools does NOT belong to the Dhundhar School of Rajasthani Painting?
Question 18 of 20
Match List-I (Institutions) with List-II (Year of Establishment) and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I A. RAJSICO B. RUDA C. RFC D. RIICO List-II 1. 1955 2. 1961 3. 1980 4. 1995
Question 19 of 20
During which specific historical time frame did the Apabhramsha style take root in the regions of Gujarat and Rajasthan?
Question 20 of 20
Given below are two statements regarding the structural timeline of Rajasthani Miniature Painting: Statement I: The initial development of the Rajasthani style began in the 15th century, culminating into an independent style in the 16th century. Statement II: The 17th and 18th centuries marked a period of severe decline for this art form due to the lack of royal patronage. Choose the correct option:
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