Famous Paintings in Indian Museums

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Which iconic painting by Raja Ravi Varma depicts the scene of Draupadi being disrobed in the court of the Kauravas?

  1. The Birth of Shakuntala

  2. The Veena Player

  3. Damayanti and Nala

  4. Draupadi Vastraharan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Raja Ravi Varma's 'Draupadi Vastraharan' is a renowned masterpiece that captures the dramatic moment when Draupadi's clothing is being forcibly removed in the Kaurava court.

In which museum is the famous painting 'Raja Ravi Varma Self Portrait' by Raja Ravi Varma exhibited?

  1. National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi

  2. Government Museum and Art Gallery, Chandigarh

  3. Calico Museum of Textiles, Ahmedabad

  4. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, Mumbai


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The 'Raja Ravi Varma Self Portrait' is part of the collection of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya in Mumbai, showcasing the artist's remarkable self-portraiture.

Which painting by Amrita Sher-Gil portrays a young woman sitting on a charpoy, lost in contemplation?

  1. The Bride's Toilet

  2. Young Girls

  3. Hill Women

  4. Two Women


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Amrita Sher-Gil's 'Young Girls' depicts two young women, one sitting on a charpoy and the other standing, capturing a moment of quiet contemplation and introspection.

Which museum houses the renowned painting 'The Last Supper' by Leonardo da Vinci?

  1. National Museum, New Delhi

  2. Salar Jung Museum, Hyderabad

  3. Victoria Memorial Hall, Kolkata

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Leonardo da Vinci's 'The Last Supper' is not housed in any Indian museum; it is a mural painting located in the Santa Maria delle Grazie refectory in Milan, Italy.

Which of these paintings by M.F. Husain depicts a group of musicians playing traditional Indian instruments?

  1. Mother India

  2. Through the Eyes of a Painter

  3. The Battle of Ganga and Jamuna

  4. Musician


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

M.F. Husain's 'Musician' portrays a group of musicians playing traditional Indian instruments, capturing the essence of Indian musical heritage.

In which museum can you find the painting 'Bharat Mata' by Abanindranath Tagore?

  1. National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi

  2. Government Museum and Art Gallery, Chandigarh

  3. Calico Museum of Textiles, Ahmedabad

  4. Victoria Memorial Hall, Kolkata


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Abanindranath Tagore's 'Bharat Mata' is housed in the Victoria Memorial Hall in Kolkata, showcasing the artist's depiction of India as a mother goddess.

Which painting by Raja Ravi Varma depicts the story of Nala and Damayanti from the Mahabharata?

  1. Damayanti and Nala

  2. The Birth of Shakuntala

  3. Draupadi Vastraharan

  4. The Veena Player


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Raja Ravi Varma's 'Damayanti and Nala' portrays the tale of Nala and Damayanti, two star-crossed lovers from the Mahabharata epic.

Which museum in Mumbai houses the famous painting 'Raja Ravi Varma Self Portrait' by Raja Ravi Varma?

  1. National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi

  2. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, Mumbai

  3. Salar Jung Museum, Hyderabad

  4. Government Museum and Art Gallery, Chandigarh


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The 'Raja Ravi Varma Self Portrait' is part of the collection of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya in Mumbai, showcasing the artist's remarkable self-portraiture.

Which painting by Amrita Sher-Gil portrays a young woman sitting on a charpoy, lost in contemplation?

  1. The Bride's Toilet

  2. Young Girls

  3. Hill Women

  4. Two Women


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Amrita Sher-Gil's 'Young Girls' depicts two young women, one sitting on a charpoy and the other standing, capturing a moment of quiet contemplation and introspection.

Which of these paintings by M.F. Husain depicts a group of musicians playing traditional Indian instruments?

  1. Mother India

  2. Through the Eyes of a Painter

  3. The Battle of Ganga and Jamuna

  4. Musician


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

M.F. Husain's 'Musician' portrays a group of musicians playing traditional Indian instruments, capturing the essence of Indian musical heritage.

In which museum can you find the painting 'Bharat Mata' by Abanindranath Tagore?

  1. National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi

  2. Government Museum and Art Gallery, Chandigarh

  3. Calico Museum of Textiles, Ahmedabad

  4. Victoria Memorial Hall, Kolkata


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Abanindranath Tagore's 'Bharat Mata' is housed in the Victoria Memorial Hall in Kolkata, showcasing the artist's depiction of India as a mother goddess.

Which painting by Raja Ravi Varma depicts the story of Nala and Damayanti from the Mahabharata?

  1. Damayanti and Nala

  2. The Birth of Shakuntala

  3. Draupadi Vastraharan

  4. The Veena Player


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Raja Ravi Varma's 'Damayanti and Nala' portrays the tale of Nala and Damayanti, two star-crossed lovers from the Mahabharata epic.

Which painting by Amrita Sher-Gil depicts a young woman sitting on a charpoy, lost in contemplation?

  1. The Bride's Toilet

  2. Young Girls

  3. Hill Women

  4. Two Women


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Amrita Sher-Gil's 'Young Girls' depicts two young women, one sitting on a charpoy and the other standing, capturing a moment of quiet contemplation and introspection.

Which of these paintings by M.F. Husain depicts a group of musicians playing traditional Indian instruments?

  1. Mother India

  2. Through the Eyes of a Painter

  3. The Battle of Ganga and Jamuna

  4. Musician


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

M.F. Husain's 'Musician' portrays a group of musicians playing traditional Indian instruments, capturing the essence of Indian musical heritage.

In which museum can you find the painting 'Bharat Mata' by Abanindranath Tagore?

  1. National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi

  2. Government Museum and Art Gallery, Chandigarh

  3. Calico Museum of Textiles, Ahmedabad

  4. Victoria Memorial Hall, Kolkata


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Abanindranath Tagore's 'Bharat Mata' is housed in the Victoria Memorial Hall in Kolkata, showcasing the artist's depiction of India as a mother goddess.

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