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Deccani Painting: The Art of the Deccan Plateau

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Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Deccani painting?

  1. Bold and vibrant colors

  2. Delicate and intricate brushwork

  3. Use of gold and silver leaf

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Deccani painting is known for its bold and vibrant colors, delicate and intricate brushwork, and the use of gold and silver leaf.

What is the primary subject matter of Deccani painting?

  1. Religious themes

  2. Historical events

  3. Portraits

  4. Landscapes


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary subject matter of Deccani painting is religious themes, often depicting scenes from Hindu mythology or the life of the Prophet Muhammad.

Which of the following is a famous example of Deccani painting?

  1. The Golconda School

  2. The Bijapur School

  3. The Hyderabad School

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Golconda School, the Bijapur School, and the Hyderabad School are all famous examples of Deccani painting.

What is the approximate time period of Deccani painting?

  1. 14th-17th century

  2. 16th-19th century

  3. 17th-20th century

  4. 18th-21st century


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Deccani painting flourished primarily during the 14th-17th century.

Which of the following rulers was a patron of Deccani painting?

  1. Ibrahim Adil Shah II

  2. Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah

  3. Abul Hasan Qutb Shah

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ibrahim Adil Shah II, Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, and Abul Hasan Qutb Shah were all patrons of Deccani painting.

What is the significance of Deccani painting in the history of Indian art?

  1. It represents a unique blend of Hindu and Islamic artistic traditions.

  2. It influenced the development of other Indian painting styles.

  3. It is a testament to the cultural diversity of the Deccan region.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Deccani painting represents a unique blend of Hindu and Islamic artistic traditions, influenced the development of other Indian painting styles, and is a testament to the cultural diversity of the Deccan region.

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Deccani miniature painting?

  1. Use of bright and vibrant colors

  2. Detailed and intricate brushwork

  3. Depiction of scenes from everyday life

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Deccani miniature painting is characterized by the use of bright and vibrant colors, detailed and intricate brushwork, and the depiction of scenes from everyday life.

What is the primary subject matter of Deccani miniature painting?

  1. Religious themes

  2. Historical events

  3. Portraits

  4. Landscapes


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Deccani miniature painting encompasses a wide range of subject matter, including religious themes, historical events, portraits, and landscapes.

Which of the following is a famous example of Deccani miniature painting?

  1. The Golconda School

  2. The Bijapur School

  3. The Hyderabad School

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Golconda School, the Bijapur School, and the Hyderabad School are all renowned for their contributions to Deccani miniature painting.

What is the approximate time period of Deccani miniature painting?

  1. 14th-17th century

  2. 16th-19th century

  3. 17th-20th century

  4. 18th-21st century


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Deccani miniature painting flourished primarily during the 16th-19th century.

Which of the following rulers was a patron of Deccani miniature painting?

  1. Ibrahim Adil Shah II

  2. Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah

  3. Abul Hasan Qutb Shah

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ibrahim Adil Shah II, Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, and Abul Hasan Qutb Shah were all patrons of Deccani miniature painting.

What is the significance of Deccani miniature painting in the history of Indian art?

  1. It represents a unique blend of Hindu and Islamic artistic traditions.

  2. It influenced the development of other Indian painting styles.

  3. It is a testament to the cultural diversity of the Deccan region.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Deccani miniature painting represents a unique blend of Hindu and Islamic artistic traditions, influenced the development of other Indian painting styles, and is a testament to the cultural diversity of the Deccan region.

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Deccani mural painting?

  1. Large-scale and elaborate compositions

  2. Use of bold and vibrant colors

  3. Depiction of religious and mythological scenes

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Deccani mural painting is characterized by large-scale and elaborate compositions, the use of bold and vibrant colors, and the depiction of religious and mythological scenes.

What is the primary subject matter of Deccani mural painting?

  1. Religious themes

  2. Historical events

  3. Portraits

  4. Landscapes


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary subject matter of Deccani mural painting is religious themes, often depicting scenes from Hindu mythology or the life of the Prophet Muhammad.

Which of the following is a famous example of Deccani mural painting?

  1. The Ajanta Caves

  2. The Ellora Caves

  3. The Elephanta Caves

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Ajanta Caves, the Ellora Caves, and the Elephanta Caves are examples of Buddhist and Hindu cave paintings, not Deccani mural paintings.

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