The Delhi Art Society

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When was The Delhi Art Society founded?

  1. 1948

  2. 1950

  3. 1952

  4. 1954


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Delhi Art Society was founded in 1950 by a group of artists in New Delhi, India.

Who were some of the founding members of The Delhi Art Society?

  1. M.F. Husain

  2. Tyeb Mehta

  3. Ram Kumar

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The founding members of The Delhi Art Society included M.F. Husain, Tyeb Mehta, and Ram Kumar, among others.

What was the main goal of The Delhi Art Society?

  1. To promote modern art in India

  2. To provide a platform for artists to exhibit their work

  3. To encourage cultural exchange between India and other countries

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Delhi Art Society aimed to promote modern art in India, provide a platform for artists to exhibit their work, and encourage cultural exchange between India and other countries.

What was the style of art associated with The Delhi Art Society?

  1. Abstract Expressionism

  2. Figurative Art

  3. Landscape Painting

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Delhi Art Society was not associated with a particular style of art, but rather promoted a variety of artistic styles and techniques.

Which of the following artists was NOT a member of The Delhi Art Society?

  1. S.H. Raza

  2. B.C. Sanyal

  3. K.H. Ara

  4. J. Swaminathan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

J. Swaminathan was not a member of The Delhi Art Society.

The Delhi Art Society organized its first annual exhibition in which year?

  1. 1951

  2. 1952

  3. 1953

  4. 1954


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Delhi Art Society organized its first annual exhibition in 1951.

Where was the first annual exhibition of The Delhi Art Society held?

  1. National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi

  2. Lalit Kala Akademi, New Delhi

  3. Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai

  4. Academy of Fine Arts, Kolkata


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first annual exhibition of The Delhi Art Society was held at the National Gallery of Modern Art in New Delhi.

How many artists participated in the first annual exhibition of The Delhi Art Society?

  1. 20

  2. 30

  3. 40

  4. 50


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

40 artists participated in the first annual exhibition of The Delhi Art Society.

The Delhi Art Society received international recognition after participating in which international art exhibition?

  1. Venice Biennale

  2. Sao Paulo Art Biennial

  3. Documenta

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Delhi Art Society received international recognition after participating in the Venice Biennale, Sao Paulo Art Biennial, and Documenta.

Which of the following artists represented India at the Venice Biennale in 1956?

  1. M.F. Husain

  2. Tyeb Mehta

  3. Ram Kumar

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

M.F. Husain, Tyeb Mehta, and Ram Kumar represented India at the Venice Biennale in 1956.

The Delhi Art Society played a significant role in the development of which Indian art movement?

  1. Progressive Artists' Group

  2. Bombay Group

  3. Calcutta Group

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Delhi Art Society played a significant role in the development of the Progressive Artists' Group, a pioneering Indian art movement.

The Delhi Art Society was disbanded in which year?

  1. 1960

  2. 1965

  3. 1970

  4. 1975


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Delhi Art Society was disbanded in 1960.

What was the main reason for the disbandment of The Delhi Art Society?

  1. Creative differences among the members

  2. Lack of financial support

  3. Political pressure

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main reason for the disbandment of The Delhi Art Society was creative differences among the members.

Despite its short lifespan, The Delhi Art Society had a lasting impact on Indian art. Which of the following is NOT a legacy of The Delhi Art Society?

  1. It helped to promote modern art in India

  2. It provided a platform for young artists to showcase their work

  3. It encouraged cultural exchange between India and other countries

  4. It led to the establishment of the National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The establishment of the National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi was not a legacy of The Delhi Art Society.

Which of the following artists was NOT influenced by The Delhi Art Society?

  1. Anish Kapoor

  2. Subodh Gupta

  3. Jitish Kallat

  4. Atul Dodiya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Anish Kapoor was not influenced by The Delhi Art Society.

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