INDIAN HISTORY

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Who among the following was the patron of the Kota school of painting?
A
Balwant Singh
B
Umed Singh
C
Savant Singh
D
Govardhan Singh
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is Maharao Ummed Singh I. Maharao Ummed Singh I was the patron of the Kota School of Painting. The Kota school of painting is one of the finest examples of this technique. Kota paintings are known for their depiction of nature and hunting scenes.

Detailed explanation-2: -Jaina School of Miniature Painting This school of miniature painting gained prominence in the 11th century AD, when religious texts like ‘Kalpa Sutra’ and ‘Kalkacharya Katha’ were portrayed in the form of miniature paintings.

Detailed explanation-3: -The main painters of this style are Raghunath, Dalu, Lachhiram, Noormohammed, Govindram, etc.

Detailed explanation-4: -Dhola Maru Painting Even though the Jodhpur style is considered the principal style of the Marwar school, it has its own features and is less influenced by the Mughal style.

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