In which century did Nathdwara emerge as a school of painting?
1) Sixteenth century
2) Seventeenth century
3) Eighteenth century
4) Nineteenth century
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is option 2: 2 (Seventeenth century)
Nathdwara, a town close to Udaipur and a prominent Vaishnava centre, also emerged as a school of painting in the late seventeenth century. Large backdrops called pichhwais were painted on cloth for the deity, Shrinathji, for several festive occasions.