Q. Which of the following statements with regard to Gond Art is/are correct?
1.It is a globally recognized tribal art form practiced primarily by the Pardhan Gond community across the state of Madhya Pradesh.
2.The style is instantly identifiable by its geometric patterns where the main motifs are filled entirely with dense parallel fields of fine dots and lines.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Gond art originates from the decorative and storytelling practices of the Pardhan Gond sub-tribe located in the central Indian plateau, specifically across Madhya Pradesh.
- Statement 2 is correct: The signature technique of Gond art involves using elaborate, repetitive line-work, decorative dashes, and precise dots to fill in the inner silhouettes of animals, deities, and trees. This gives the artwork a sense of movement and texture.
