Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Fine Arts

Chapter

The Pahari Schools of Painting

Question:

Among the Nayikas, which one is specifically mentioned as having the trait of hastening to meet her beloved despite facing hazards?

Options:

Abhisarika

Vasaksajja

Svandhinpatika

Kalahantarita

Correct Answer:

Abhisarika

Explanation:

The correct answer is opton 1- Abhisarika

Even though describing Ashta Nayikas remained a favourite among poets and painters, none of them is treated with as much flair as the Abhisarika, one who hastens to meet her beloved braving all hazards. The situation conceived is, generally, full of bizarre and dramatic possibilities with the passion and steadfastness of the nayika, triumphing against the opposing elements of nature.