SSC MTS EXAM

SSC

INDIAN ART

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which painting is made on a base of cow dung, rati or clay, water, and red ochre?
A
Kalamezhuthu
B
Mysore
C
Tanjore
D
Mandana
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Although Madhubani painting is traditionally done by women, popular demand has also brought men to this art. These paintings are popular owing to tribal bright and earthy colour. The painting is done on a fresh coating of cow dung or clay on walls. Natural colours are used.

Detailed explanation-2: -Jasrota paintings are mainly found in Jammu and Kashmir and revolve around court scenes, events from the life of the kings, allegorical scenes, etc.

Detailed explanation-3: -Pattachitra is a traditional painting of Odisha, India.

Detailed explanation-4: -It is stated the Warli women used to paint their walls during the marriage to reflect on happiness and celebrations. Warli wall paintings are considered to be auspicious. The Warli Art is close to a natural life as is reflected in the designs of flora, fauna, and celebrations.

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