The correct option is 2 only
Explanation
Nandalal Bose was a pivotal figure in modern Indian art and a prominent artist of the Bengal School. His work often bridged the gap between classical Indian traditions, folk art, and nationalist sentiments during the freedom struggle.
Statement-wise Analysis
- Statement 1 is Incorrect: Mahatma Gandhi personally invited Nandalal Bose to decorate the venue for the Indian National Congress session held at Haripura in 1938. Bose created a series of paintings depicting the ordinary life of rural India to decorate the pavilion.
- Statement 2 is Correct: The "Haripura Posters" were not painted using the wash technique. The wash technique, popularized by Abanindranath Tagore, is known for its soft, misty, and atmospheric quality. In contrast, the Haripura posters were executed using tempera on handmade paper with bold lines and flat, earthy colours, drawing inspiration from Indian folk art (patachitra) to resonate with the rural masses.
- Statement 3 is Incorrect: While Nandalal Bose was a student at the Government School of Art, Calcutta, he did not serve as its principal throughout his career. He is most famously associated with Kala Bhavana (the Institute of Fine Arts) at Visva-Bharati University, Santiniketan, where he served as the principal for several decades, shaping the pedagogy of modern Indian art.
Key Takeaway: Nandalal Bose created the famous "Haripura Posters" at the behest of Mahatma Gandhi using a bold, folk-inspired style (tempera), distinct from the delicate "wash technique" associated with the early Bengal School.