NCERT Class 12 Art & Culture — Chapter 5: The Pahari Schools of Painting

Who among the following was the son and successor of Sansar Chand, also known as a generous patron?

In the context of Pahari paintings, what does the term 'Kalam' refer to?

Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List I | List II A. Sansar Chand | 1. Guler B. Balwant Singh | 2. Jasrota C. Kirpal Pal | 3. Basohli D. Dalip Singh | 4. Katoch

The 'Shangri Ramayana' set was formerly in the possession of the royal family of which place?

According to the analysis of art historian B.N. Goswamy, the evolution of the Pahari style was primarily shaped by the family of:

Which Pahari school of painting is characterized by delicate lines, lyrical portrayal of women, and the use of soft colours?

Which of the following artists is NOT associated with the family of Pandit Seu?

Which of the following factors is considered by art historians to be chiefly responsible for the shaping of the Pahari style of painting?

With reference to the Kangra School of painting, consider the following statements: 1. It blossomed under the patronage of Raja Kirpal Pal. 2. The style is characterized by the delineation of the female face with a straight nose in line with the forehead. 3. The production of paintings in Kangra was significantly impacted by the Gurkha siege in 1805. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements about the artist Manaku: 1. His most outstanding work is the Padshahnama. 2. He was the son of Pandit Seu. 3. He worked exclusively for the Mughal court. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the 'Gita Govinda' series painted by Manak in 1730, consider the following statements: 1. It was painted at Guler. 2. It completely abandoned the use of beetle’s wing casings found in earlier styles. 3. It represents a transition from the Basohli style towards the Guler style. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Within the Pahari school of Indian miniature painting, the works of Molaram are specifically linked to which regional centre?

The artistic legacy of Nainsukh in the Pahari school is best identified by his mastery of which pictorial form?

With reference to the origins of the Pahari Schools of Painting, consider the following statements: 1. The Pahari style began at Basohli with a coarsely flamboyant style and matured into the sophisticated Kangra style. 2. Unlike Rajasthani and Mughal schools, Pahari paintings are easily classified based on distinct territorial boundaries. 3. The earliest prevailing pictorial language in the hills is generally understood to be the Basohli-like style. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following pairs of Pahari artists and their patrons is correctly matched? 1. Devida : Kirpal Pal 2. Nainsukh : Balwant Singh 3. Manaku : Sansar Chand (later service) Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Which of the following texts was the most popular theme for the painters of the Basohli School?

With reference to the 'Shangri Ramayana', consider the following statements: 1. It is named after a place of residence of a branch of the Kullu royal family. 2. The paintings in this set show a complete absence of any stylistic influence from the Basohli school. 3. It was painted exclusively by the artist Nainsukh. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Who among the following rulers recovered most of the Kangra territory from the Mughals and founded the capital town of Tira Sujanpur?

Consider the following statements regarding the Guler School: 1. It was initiated by the artist Pandit Seu and his sons Manak and Nainsukh. 2. The style is more bold and flamboyant compared to the subdued elegance of Basohli. 3. Raja Govardhan Chand was a significant patron of this school. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List I | List II A. Devida | 1. Guler (Govardhan Chand) B. Nainsukh | 2. Jasrota (Balwant Singh) C. Molaram | 3. Basohli (Kirpal Pal) D. Manaku | 4. Garhwal School

With reference to the painting 'Balwant Singh in prayer' by Nainsukh, consider the following statements: 1. It depicts the patron leading a military campaign. 2. The artist Nainsukh is known for gratifying his patron's obsession by painting him on every possible occasion. 3. The painting style is characterized by a clutter-free composition and naturalism. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the artist Nainsukh, consider the following statements: 1. He is responsible for shaping the Guler School emphatically. 2. He is known for strictly avoiding portraiture in favor of landscape painting. 3. His palette was different from the Basohli style, often utilizing softer shades. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List I | List II A. Kirpal Pal | 1. Basohli B. Govardhan Chand | 2. Kangra C. Sansar Chand | 3. Jasrota D. Balwant Singh | 4. Guler

Consider the following statements regarding the Mandi School of painting: 1. The rulers of Mandi were ardent worshippers of Vishnu and Shiva. 2. The school strictly prohibited the depiction of Shaivite subjects. 3. It was the only Pahari school that did not follow the Kangra style. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which river is frequently associated with the Kangra paintings, particularly those from Tira Sujanpur and Alampur?

With reference to the painting 'Kaliya Mardana' from the Bhagvata Purana, consider the following statements: 1. It depicts Krishna lifting Mount Govardhan. 2. It was painted around 1785. 3. It is housed in the National Museum, New Delhi. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements about the 'Mankot' school: 1. It developed a school similar to Basohli due to marital relations. 2. Artists from the Mughal court were the sole developers of the Mankot style. 3. It is known for its bold style which shares similarities with the Basohli school. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the 'Guler' School, consider the following statements: 1. Raja Balwant Singh is associated with the Mughal court rather than the Guler style. 2. It is considered the source of the pre-Kangra style. 3. The Guler style is characterized by bold vitality and primary colors similar to Basohli. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which scholar disputed the hypothesis that the sudden change in Pahari painting was caused by the migration of artists from the Mughal atelier?

Which of the following painters is/are associated with the Kangra style? 1. Bichitra 2. Purkhu 3. Khushala Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Consider the following statements regarding the painting 'Rama and Lakshmana following sage Vishvamitra to the forest' from the Shangri Ramayana: 1. The animals are depicted in a highly realistic European style. 2. It depicts animals stealthily prowling behind trees, adding mystery to the work. 3. It was painted in the mature Kangra style with soft pastel colors. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The literary work Kavipriya, which contains a description of the Baramasa theme, was composed by which of the following poets?

Consider the following statements regarding the Basohli School of painting: 1. It flourished under the patronage of Raja Sansar Chand in the late 19th century. 2. A distinctive feature is the use of small, shiny green particles of beetle wings to simulate emeralds in jewellery. 3. The style is characterized by the use of strong primary colours and warm yellows. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?