Indian Painting: UPSC Previous Year Questions (Art and Culture)
1 previous year UPSC Prelims question on Indian Painting (Art and Culture). Choose an option to see the answer and explanation.
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UPSC 2018Art and Culture · Indian Painting
Q1. The well-known painting "Bani Thani" belongs to the
Explanation
Rajput regional paintings, flourishing in Rajasthan from the 16th to 19th centuries, are known for their vibrant colors, detailed depictions of court life, and themes from Hindu mythology. Styles like Mewar, Marwar, and Bundi showcase ornate portraits, landscapes, and historical events with a distinctive blend of Persian and Indian artistic traditions.
Option (d) is correct: Bani Thani paintings are a distinctive style of Indian miniature art that originated in the 18th century in the Rajput kingdom of Kishangarh, Rajasthan. Bani Thani painted by artist Nihal Chand is often referred to as the "Mona Lisa of India" and depicts a courtesan who was the muse and beloved of Raja Sawant Singh. The painting is characterized by its graceful curves, large eyes, and delicate features.
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2018
(d) Kishangarh school
Frequently asked questions
How many previous year UPSC questions are there on Indian Painting?
This page covers 1 previous year UPSC Prelims GS Paper-I questions on Indian Painting (Art and Culture), asked from 2010 to 2018. Each has the correct answer and an explanation.
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Attempt each question first, then open the answer and read the explanation for every option. Repeat by chapter, and track which statements UPSC reuses across years. Previous year questions show the exam pattern and difficulty level.
Which years are covered for Indian Painting?
Questions on Indian Painting (Art and Culture) are available for 6 years, from 2010 to 2018. Use the Year filter to practise a single paper.
