With reference to the Mewar school of miniature painting, consider the following statements:1.Mewari miniature painters rarely signed their works.2.Allah Baksh is one of the famous artists of Mewar school of miniature painting.3.Mewari miniature paintings are known for their dark colors and abstract designs.4.Mewari miniature painting styles evolved to changing patron demands and artistic trends.How many of the above statements are correct?

Q. With reference to the Mewar school of miniature painting, consider the following statements:
1.Mewari miniature painters rarely signed their works.
2.Allah Baksh is one of the famous artists of Mewar school of miniature painting.
3.Mewari miniature paintings are known for their dark colors and abstract designs.
4.Mewari miniature painting styles evolved to changing patron demands and artistic trends.
How many of the above statements are correct?

[A] Only one

[B] Only two

[C] Only three

[D] All four

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation –

Statements 1, 2 and 4 are correct. Mewari miniature painters rarely signed their works. Allah Baksh is one of the famous artists of Mewar school of miniature painting. He is renowned for creating comprehensive depictions of the entire Mahabharata and including every shloka of the Gita. Mewari miniature painting styles evolved to changing patron demands and artistic trends.

Statement 3 is incorrect. Mewari miniature paintings are known for their bright colors and intricate details. They often depict religious scenes, court scenes, hunting scenes, and festival scenes.

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