List of top Commercial Art Questions on Indian Miniature Paintings and Museums asked in CBSE Class XII

Observe painting provided below and answer the following:
(i) Mention the title, artist, sub-school and painting medium.
(ii) Describe how the painting conveys a scene of movement, collective joy and emotional warmth through its composition and visual rhythm.
(iii) Write a short note on the stylistic features and visual traits of the Pahari school.

Krishna lifting Mount Govardhana:
(i) Mention the name of the artist and medium of the painting.
(ii) Highlight two (2) main features of the school to which the painting belongs.
Royal figures are shown playing Polo in this Rajasthani School painting from your syllabus.
(i) Mention the name of the artist and sub-school.
(ii) Briefly describe the subject matter by highlighting aesthetic appeal of the composition.
Deccan painting from your syllabus shows two great Sufi personalities.
(i) Name this Deccan painting and one human value you learn from it.
(ii) Briefly describe the posture and attire (costume) of the figures.
In the painting “Marriage procession of Dara Shikoh” from your syllabus. Who is depicted with a Halo around their head?
Both of the following paintings portray significant events from Lord Rama’s life, each expressing devotion, valour and divine purpose through visual story telling.
(i) Mention the name of the artist and medium.
(ii) Briefly explain the subject matter by highlighting emotions expressed in this painting.
Both of the following paintings portray significant events from Lord Rama’s life, each expressing devotion, valour and divine purpose through visual story telling.
Rama Vanquishing the pride of Ocean:
(i) Mention the name of the artist and medium.
(ii) Briefly explain the subject matter by highlighting emotions expressed in this painting.
The Mughal school painting from your syllabus, captures the grace of one majestic bird.
(i) Mention the name of this painting and who is the artist?
(ii) Briefly describe the subject matter and mention the honorary title awarded to the artist, signed in this painting.
This Mughal school painting from your syllabus, portrays a moment of humanity among revered saints.
(i) Mention the name of this painting and who is the artist.
(ii) Briefly describe the two aesthetic features of this art work.
Maru Ragini:
(i) Mention the name of the artist and medium of the painting.
(ii) Highlight two (2) main features of the school to which the painting belongs.
In which Rajasthani school painting is Krishna shown twice, in the upper and lower part of the composition?
Assertion (A): Radha Bani Thani is regarded as the Indian Monalisa for its lyrical beauty and graceful expression.
Reason (R): This painting belongs to the Basholi school of miniature painting known for bold colours and vigorous lines.
Which Deccan school miniature shows a female warrior engaging in a sport associated with royalty and bravery?
What is the central narrative of the painting “Krishna with Gopi's”?