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The Techniques and Materials of Indian Art: From Fresco to Miniature

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge about the techniques and materials used in Indian art, from fresco to miniature.
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Which of the following is not a technique used in Indian art?

  1. Fresco

  2. Miniature

  3. Oil painting

  4. Watercolor


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Oil painting is a Western technique that was not used in traditional Indian art.

What is the main material used in fresco painting?

  1. Pigments

  2. Water

  3. Lime plaster

  4. Canvas


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Fresco painting is done on a surface of wet lime plaster, which allows the pigments to penetrate and become part of the wall.

Which of the following is a characteristic of miniature painting?

  1. Small size

  2. Intricate detail

  3. Bright colors

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Miniature paintings are typically small in size, with intricate detail, and bright colors.

What is the main material used in miniature painting?

  1. Paper

  2. Cloth

  3. Wood

  4. Ivory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Miniature paintings are typically done on paper, although they can also be done on cloth, wood, or ivory.

Which of the following is a famous example of a fresco painting in India?

  1. Ajanta Caves

  2. Ellora Caves

  3. Kailasa Temple

  4. Brihadisvara Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ajanta Caves are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and are famous for their beautiful fresco paintings.

Which of the following is a famous example of a miniature painting in India?

  1. Mughal miniatures

  2. Rajput miniatures

  3. Pahari miniatures

  4. Deccani miniatures


Correct Option:
Explanation:

All of the above are famous examples of miniature painting in India.

What is the main difference between fresco and miniature painting?

  1. Size

  2. Technique

  3. Materials

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Fresco and miniature painting differ in size, technique, and materials.

Which of the following is a characteristic of Mughal miniature painting?

  1. Naturalistic style

  2. Rich colors

  3. Attention to detail

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mughal miniature painting is characterized by its naturalistic style, rich colors, and attention to detail.

Which of the following is a characteristic of Rajput miniature painting?

  1. Bright colors

  2. Flattened forms

  3. Narrative style

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rajput miniature painting is characterized by its bright colors, flattened forms, and narrative style.

Which of the following is a characteristic of Pahari miniature painting?

  1. Delicate lines

  2. Soft colors

  3. Emotional intensity

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pahari miniature painting is characterized by its delicate lines, soft colors, and emotional intensity.

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

  1. Bold colors

  2. Geometric patterns

  3. Influence of Islamic art

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Deccani miniature painting is characterized by its bold colors, geometric patterns, and influence of Islamic art.

What is the main material used in sculpture in India?

  1. Stone

  2. Metal

  3. Wood

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sculpture in India is made from a variety of materials, including stone, metal, wood, and even ivory.

Which of the following is a famous example of a sculpture in India?

  1. The Great Stupa at Sanchi

  2. The Iron Pillar of Delhi

  3. The Khajuraho Temples

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are famous examples of sculpture in India.

What is the main material used in jewelry in India?

  1. Gold

  2. Silver

  3. Diamonds

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jewelry in India is made from a variety of materials, including gold, silver, diamonds, and even precious stones.

Which of the following is a famous example of jewelry in India?

  1. The Koh-i-Noor diamond

  2. The Nizam of Hyderabad's jewels

  3. The Jaipur Jewels

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are famous examples of jewelry in India.

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