Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Fine Arts

Chapter

The Deccani Schools of Painting

Question:

Observe the image and read the passage given below and answer the following questions:

The theme of another Deccani painting is Yogini — one who believes in yoga, leads a disciplined life of physical and emotional training, pursues spiritual and intellectual explorations, and is famous for renunciation of worldly attachments. But such an attitude was not usual, and therefore, extraordinary in practice.

Which statement is incorrect about the painting shown in the picture?

Options:

It was created in the 17th century.

It is from Ahmadnagar

The current location of the artwork is The Chester Beatty Library in Dublin, Ireland.

None of the above

Correct Answer:

It is from Ahmadnagar

Explanation:

'It is from Ahmadnagar' is the incorrect statement.

Yogini painting from Bijapur, 17th Century, Currently Housed at The Chester Beatty Library in Dublin, Ireland.