Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Fine Arts

Chapter

The Manuscript Painting Tradition

Question:

What is the relationship between Kalaka and the abducted girl in Kalakacharyakatha?

1) Father-daughter

2) Siblings - brother and sister

3) Husband and wife

4) Master and disciple

Options:

1

2

3

4

Correct Answer:

2

Explanation:

Answer: Siblings - brother and sister

Kalakacharyakatha narrates the story of Acharya Kalaka, who is on a mission to rescue his abducted sister, emphasizing the sibling relationship.

Other popularly painted texts are Kalakacharyakatha and Sangrahini Sutra, among others. Kalakacharyakatha narrates the story of Acharya Kalaka, who is on a mission to rescue his abducted sister (a Jain nun) from an evil king. It recounts various thrilling episodes and adventures of Kalaka, such as him scouring the land to locate his missing sister, demonstrating his magical powers, forging alliances with other kings, and lastly, battling the evil king.