Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Fine Arts

Chapter

The Modern Indian Art

Question:

Which statement is correct about M. F. Husain's sources of inspiration for his paintings?

A) He solely drew from Indian mythology and religious sources.
B) He drew from the style of miniature paintings, village crafts, and folk toys.

Options:

Only Statement 'A' is correct.

Only Statement 'B' is correct.

Both Statements are correct.

Both Statements are incorrect.

Correct Answer:

Only Statement 'B' is correct.

Explanation:

Answer: B) He drew from the style of miniature paintings, village crafts, and folk toys.
Husain drew not only from Indian mythology and religious sources but also from the style of miniature paintings, village crafts, and folk toys.

M.F. Husain wanted to make the modern style of painting understandable in Indian context. For example, he would paint using the western expressionist brush strokes with bright Indian colours. He not only drew from Indian mythology and religious sources but also from the style of miniature paintings, village crafts and even folk toys. As a result of successfully combining a modern style of painting with Indian themes, Husain’s art came to eventually represent Indian modern art in the international art world. Mother Teresa is an example to understand how he adapted modern art to paint themes important to Indian, as well as, international audience.