The Modern trends in Indian Art

Question 1

Who founded the Bengal School of Art, which emerged against the colonial bias of European Art?

Answer 1

Abanindranath Tagore and EB Havell

Question 2

India’s First Nationalist Art School was founded in 1991. Where was it established?

Answer 2

Kala Bhavan, Visva-Bharati University, Shantiniketan

Question 3

Cubism

Answer 3

Characterised by abstract structure at the expense of other pictorial elements. Fragments the form of depicted objects.

Question 4

Expressionism

Answer 4

This refers to art where the image of reality is distorted to reflect the artist’s inner ideas or feelings.

Question 5

Abstraction

Answer 5

Composition that does not have a real form and is created by lines, shapes, and color patches.

Question 6

Avant Garde

Answer 6

Experimental, unorthodox, or radical concerning art, culture, and society. Initially frowned up. Think aesthetic innovation.

Question 7

What style was Gaganendranath Tagore inspired by?

Answer 7

Cubism

Question 8

What kind of style did Rabindranath Tagore have in his art?

Answer 8

He would make patterns from doodles while writing and develop a unique calligraphic style.

Question 9

Benode Bihari Mukherjee and Ramkinkar Baij

Answer 9

Students of Nandalal Bose who drew inspiration from flora and fauna.

Question 9

Nandlal Bose

Answer 9

1921-1922, joined Kala Bhavan and was trained under Abanindranath Tagore

Question 10

Who were the artists who made paintings on the Santhal tribe, inhabiting the outskirts of Shantiniketan?

Answer 10

Benode Bihari Mukherjee and Ramkinkar Baij.

Question 11

Who was interested in the lives of Medieval Saints like Kabir, Tulsidas, and others?

Answer 11

Benode Bihari Mukherjee

Question 12

Impressionism

Answer 12

Literary or artistic style of painting that originated in France in the 1860s that seeks to capture the feeling or experience rather than to achieve accurate depiction.

Question 13

Post-Impressionsism

Answer 13

Reaction to Impressionism and its concern for the naturalistic depiction of light and color. 1886-1905.

Question 14

Two political artists of modern India

Answer 14

Chittoprasad and Somnath Hore.

Question 16

What is the primary focus of modern Indian art?

Answer 16

The primary focus of modern Indian art is to express contemporary themes and ideas through various forms such as paintings, graphic prints, and sculptures.

Question 17

True or False: Modern Indian art exclusively follows traditional Indian artistic styles.

Answer 17

False

Question 18

Name one prominent modern Indian painter mentioned in the chapter.

Answer 18

Raja Ravi Varma

Question 19

Fill in the blank: The __________ movement significantly influenced modern Indian art during the early 20th century.

Answer 19

Bengal School

Question 20

Which technique is commonly used in graphic prints?

Answer 20

Lithography

Question 21

What is one characteristic of modern Indian sculptures?

Answer 21

They often incorporate contemporary themes and materials.

Question 22

Which art form combines traditional techniques with modern subjects in India?

Answer 22

Contemporary painting

Question 23

True or False: Modern Indian artists often address social and political issues in their work.

Answer 23

True

Question 24

What is 'mixed media' in the context of modern Indian art?

Answer 24

Mixed media refers to the use of multiple artistic mediums in a single artwork.

Question 25

Identify one major theme explored in modern Indian graphic prints.

Answer 25

Identity and cultural heritage

Question 26

What role does abstraction play in modern Indian paintings?

Answer 26

Abstraction allows artists to express emotions and ideas beyond realistic representation.

Question 27

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a common medium in modern Indian sculpture? A) Stone B) Wood C) Digital C) Bronze

Answer 27

C) Digital

Question 28

What is the significance of the 1947 Independence in the context of modern Indian art?

Answer 28

It marked a turning point where artists began to explore national identity and cultural themes.

Question 29

Describe one influence of Western art on modern Indian art.

Answer 29

The introduction of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism influenced color and technique in Indian painting.

Question 30

Fill in the blank: The __________ movement aimed to revive traditional Indian art forms in the context of modernity.

Answer 30

Swadeshi

Question 31

What is modern Indian art?

Answer 31

Modern Indian art refers to the artistic movements that emerged in India from the late 19th century to the present, characterized by a blend of traditional and contemporary styles.

Question 32

Who is considered the pioneer of modern Indian art?

Answer 32

Raja Ravi Varma is often considered the pioneer of modern Indian art for his contributions in the late 19th century.

Question 33

True or False: The Bengal School of Art played a significant role in the development of modern Indian art.

Answer 33

True

Question 34

Fill in the blank: The __________ Movement was influential in the 1940s and aimed to blend Indian traditions with modern techniques.

Answer 34

Progressive Artists

Question 35

Name one prominent artist associated with the Progressive Artists' Group.

Answer 35

F.N. Souza

Question 36

Which art movement is known for its use of vibrant colors and abstract forms in modern Indian art?

Answer 36

The Neo-Tantric movement

Question 37

Multiple Choice: Which of the following artists is NOT associated with modern Indian art? A) Amrita Sher-Gil B) M.F. Husain C) Leonardo da Vinci

Answer 37

C) Leonardo da Vinci

Question 38

What role did the Lalit Kala Akademi play in modern Indian art?

Answer 38

The Lalit Kala Akademi was established to promote and develop visual arts in India, supporting modern Indian artists.

Question 39

True or False: Contemporary Indian art is synonymous with modern Indian art.

Answer 39

False

Question 40

What is one characteristic of modern Indian paintings?

Answer 40

Modern Indian paintings often incorporate elements of traditional Indian aesthetics with contemporary themes.

Question 41

Fill in the blank: The artist __________ is known for his large-scale murals and is a prominent figure in modern Indian art.

Answer 41

M.F. Husain

Question 42

Name one theme commonly explored in modern Indian art.

Answer 42

Social issues, identity, and cultural heritage.

Question 43

Multiple Choice: Which of the following techniques is commonly used in modern Indian art? A) Watercolor B) Fresco C) Oil painting D) All of the above

Answer 43

D) All of the above

Question 44

Who was Amrita Sher-Gil?

Answer 44

Amrita Sher-Gil was a prominent Indian painter known for her modernist approach and her depictions of Indian life and culture.

Question 45

What is the significance of the Bombay School in the context of modern Indian art?

Answer 45

The Bombay School was significant for its blend of Western techniques with Indian subjects, influencing many artists in the early 20th century.