What is the presumed origin of the Madhubani paintings in India?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option 2: At the time of Princess Sita getting married to Lord Rama
The people in the Mithila region see the origin of Madhubani painting at the time of Princess Sita getting married to Lord Rama.
Among the most known contemporary painterly art forms is Mithila art that derives its name from Mithila, the ancient Videha and birthplace of Sita. Also called Madhubani painting after the nearest district capital, it is a widely recognised folk art tradition. It is presumed that for centuries, women living in this region have painted figures and designs on the walls of their mud houses for ceremonial occasions, particularly, weddings. People of this area see the origin of this art form at the time of Princess Sita getting married to Lord Rama.