Pahari artists painted large sets on the Ramayana and the Bhagvata Pu…

Pahari artists painted large sets on the Ramayana and the Bhagvata Purana. Consider the following statements:

(A) The principal master of the Kangra Bhagvata Purana series is believed to have been a descendant of Nainsukh.

(B) The Shangri Ramayana is named after the residence of a branch of the Chamba royal family.

(D) Kullu artists of the Shangri Ramayana were influenced by the Basohli and Guler styles.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Answer & explanation

Correct answer: option 3

The correct answer is Option (3) → (A) and (C) only

(A) The principal master of the Kangra Bhagvata Purana series is believed to have been a descendant of Nainsukh. — Correct. He is believed to have commanded much of Nainsukh’s skill.
(B) The Shangri Ramayana is named after the residence of a branch of the Chamba royal family. — Incorrect. Shangri was the residence of a branch of the Kullu royal family, the patrons of the set.
(C) The Kangra Bhagvata Purana series is remarkable for its effortless naturalism. — Correct. Its effortless naturalism and vivid figures in unusual poses make it one of the greatest Kangra achievements.
(D) Kullu artists of the Shangri Ramayana were influenced by the Basohli and Guler styles. — Incorrect. They were influenced by the styles of Basohli and Bilaspur.

NCERT (2026-27): “Basohli School …The Sanskrit epic, Ramayana, was one of the favourite texts of the hill artists at Basohli, as well as, Kullu. This set derives its name from ‘Shangri’, the place of residence of a branch of the Kullu royal family, patrons and formerly possessors of this set. These works of Kullu artists were influenced in varying degrees by the styles of Basohli and Bilaspur.”

“Kangra School …This series of Bhagvata Purana paintings is one of the greatest achievements of Kangra artists. It is remarkable for its effortless naturalism, deft and vivid rendering of figures in unusual poses that crisply portray dramatic scenes. The principal master is believed to have been a descendent of Nainsukh, commanding much of his skill.”