Correct Option
The correct option is Krishna
Explanation
Phad pa (Phad Chitra) are a traditional form of religious scroll painting and folk art unique to Rajasthan. These long canvas scrolls serve as portable temples and are used by priest-singers (Bhopas) to narrate the legends of local folk deities, known as Lok Devtas. These deities are often part of the 'Bhomia' or hero-cult tradition, representing historical warriors deified for their sacrifice in protecting cattle, women, or the community.
Analysis
- Gogaji, Ramdevji, and Pabuji: These are prominent Lok Devtas (folk heroes) of Rajasthan. The Phad tradition specifically evolved to preserve and perform their oral histories. For example, the Phad of Pabuji and the Phad of Devnarayan are the most famous examples of this art form.
- Krishna: Lord Krishna is a pan-Indian Puranic deity associated with mainstream Vaishnavism. While Krishna is the central subject of other Rajasthani art forms-most notably Pichhwai paintings (Nathdwara) and various schools of Miniature painting (e.g., Kishangarh, Mewar)-he is not the subject of the 'Bhomia' or hero-cult Phad scrolls, which are reserved for regional deified ancestors and warriors.
Key Takeaway: Phad paintings are exclusively dedicated to the narratives of Rajasthani folk deities (Lok Devtas) like Pabuji, Devnarayan, and Gogaji, whereas Krishna is the primary subject of Pichhwai and courtly Miniature paintings.