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The Documentation of Indian Calligraphy and Typography

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Who is considered to be the father of Indian calligraphy?

  1. Mirza Ghalib

  2. Rabindranath Tagore

  3. Guru Nanak

  4. Raja Ravi Varma


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Guru Nanak is considered to be the father of Indian calligraphy because he was the first person to use the Gurmukhi script to write Punjabi.

Which Indian calligrapher is known for his work on the Quran?

  1. Mirza Ghalib

  2. Rabindranath Tagore

  3. Hafizullah Amin

  4. Raja Ravi Varma


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Hafizullah Amin was a renowned Indian calligrapher who is known for his work on the Quran. He was commissioned by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to write the Quran in a beautiful and ornate style.

What is the name of the traditional Indian writing instrument used for calligraphy?

  1. Kalam

  2. Qalam

  3. Divan

  4. Masnad


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The traditional Indian writing instrument used for calligraphy is called a qalam. It is a pen made from a reed or bamboo stick with a pointed tip.

Which Indian script is known for its flowing and cursive style?

  1. Devanagari

  2. Gurmukhi

  3. Naskh

  4. Nastaliq


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nastaliq is an Indian script that is known for its flowing and cursive style. It was developed in the 15th century by the Persian calligrapher Mir Ali Tabrizi.

What is the name of the traditional Indian bookbinding style?

  1. Jild

  2. Diwan

  3. Masnad

  4. Muraqqa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jild is the traditional Indian bookbinding style. It involves sewing the pages of a book together and then covering them with a piece of leather or cloth.

Which Indian calligrapher is known for his work on the Bhagavad Gita?

  1. Mirza Ghalib

  2. Rabindranath Tagore

  3. Hafizullah Amin

  4. Raja Ravi Varma


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rabindranath Tagore was a renowned Indian calligrapher who is known for his work on the Bhagavad Gita. He wrote the entire text of the Bhagavad Gita in his own hand.

What is the name of the traditional Indian manuscript format?

  1. Pothi

  2. Divan

  3. Masnad

  4. Muraqqa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pothi is the traditional Indian manuscript format. It is a long, narrow book with pages made from palm leaves or paper.

Which Indian calligrapher is known for his work on the Ramayana?

  1. Mirza Ghalib

  2. Rabindranath Tagore

  3. Hafizullah Amin

  4. Raja Ravi Varma


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Raja Ravi Varma was a renowned Indian calligrapher who is known for his work on the Ramayana. He wrote the entire text of the Ramayana in his own hand.

What is the name of the traditional Indian painting style that is used to illustrate manuscripts?

  1. Miniature painting

  2. Mughal painting

  3. Rajput painting

  4. Deccani painting


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Miniature painting is the traditional Indian painting style that is used to illustrate manuscripts. It is characterized by its small size and intricate detail.

Which Indian calligrapher is known for his work on the Upanishads?

  1. Mirza Ghalib

  2. Rabindranath Tagore

  3. Hafizullah Amin

  4. Raja Ravi Varma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mirza Ghalib was a renowned Indian calligrapher who is known for his work on the Upanishads. He wrote the entire text of the Upanishads in his own hand.

What is the name of the traditional Indian papermaking technique?

  1. Handmade paper

  2. Machine-made paper

  3. Recycled paper

  4. Wood pulp paper


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Handmade paper is the traditional Indian papermaking technique. It involves using a mixture of plant fibers, water, and chemicals to create a sheet of paper.

Which Indian calligrapher is known for his work on the Vedas?

  1. Mirza Ghalib

  2. Rabindranath Tagore

  3. Hafizullah Amin

  4. Raja Ravi Varma


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Hafizullah Amin was a renowned Indian calligrapher who is known for his work on the Vedas. He wrote the entire text of the Vedas in his own hand.

What is the name of the traditional Indian ink used for calligraphy?

  1. India ink

  2. Chinese ink

  3. Japanese ink

  4. Korean ink


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

India ink is the traditional Indian ink used for calligraphy. It is made from a mixture of carbon black, water, and glue.

Which Indian calligrapher is known for his work on the Puranas?

  1. Mirza Ghalib

  2. Rabindranath Tagore

  3. Hafizullah Amin

  4. Raja Ravi Varma


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Raja Ravi Varma was a renowned Indian calligrapher who is known for his work on the Puranas. He wrote the entire text of the Puranas in his own hand.

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