Question 42
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The well-known painting "Bani Thani" is a masterpiece of Indian miniature painting and is famously associated with the Kishangarh school of painting. This school flourished in the 18th century in the princely state of Kishangarh in Rajasthan. The painting depicts a courtesan and poet named Bani Thani, who was a mistress and later a queen of King Sawant Singh of Kishangarh. The style is distinctive, characterized by exaggerated features such as elongated faces, arched eyebrows, and large, lotus-like eyes, often with a romantic and devotional theme.
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For questions on Indian art and culture, especially specific paintings, sculptures, or architectural styles, direct factual recall regarding their origin, school, or patron is often necessary. Memorizing key artworks and their associated regional schools can be very helpful.
DSyllabus Analysis
This question falls under Indian Art and Culture, specifically miniature paintings and regional art schools.
EQuestion Analysis
Easy. "Bani Thani" and the Kishangarh school are widely recognized in Indian art history.