ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -The Renaissance was a fervent period of European cultural, artistic, political and economic “rebirth” following the Middle Ages. Generally described as taking place from the 14th century to the 17th century, the Renaissance promoted the rediscovery of classical philosophy, literature and art.

Detailed explanation-2: -The art of the Italian Renaissance revived ideas from ancient Greek and Roman art, particularly the emphasis on naturalism and human anatomy. Various ancient sources that were rediscovered during the Renaissance include Greek and Roman sculpture, painting, decorative arts and architecture.

Detailed explanation-3: -The renaissance was called rebirth because many people believed that the renaissance was a re-discovery of the world. There was a burst of enthusiasm for learning about everything. Math contributed to learning in many ways, new mathematical thoughts led to new art techniques.

Detailed explanation-4: -Artists introduced new subjects to their work, which reflected the growing emphasis on the individual, including portraits, scenes of contemporary life, and historical narratives.