Question

Identify the sculptures of Kanayi Kunhiraman from the following-
(A) The chariot of Sun
(B) Yakshi, 1969
(C) Aattam, 1987
(D) Santhal Family
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• (A) and (B) only
• (B) and (C) only
• (C) and (D) only
• (D) and (A) only

Hint:

Kanayi Kunhiraman is synonymous with large-scale, outdoor sculptures in Kerala, with "Yakshi" at Malampuzha being his most recognized masterpiece.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: List Kanayi Kunhiraman's sculptures.

(B) Yakshi (1969): A famous nude figure in the Malampuzha Dam gardens.
(C) Aattam (1987): Another significant work by the artist.

Step 2: Identify the artists of other works.

(A) The Chariot of Sun: A monument at the Sun Temple, not a sculpture.
(D) Santhal Family (1938): Sculpture by Ramkinkar Vaij.

Step 3: Combine the correct works. Kanayi Kunhiraman's sculptures are (B) and (C).