Question

The Hindu painting is closely connected with the pictorial art of the_____.
A. Buddhist Priests
B. Jain Monks
C. Artistic School of the Far East
D. The Mughal School

Answer 1

Hint: Hindu paintings and arts are traditions and styles that are connected with the Hindu religion. The subjects of the Hindu paintings are inspired by the life of two important figures of history. The paintings can be dated back to 2 century BC. These paintings shaped the vision and culture of India and moved across India.

Complete answer: India has one of the greatest paintings with details of the deep philosophy of lands and art. The earliest surviving painting in the Indian subcontinent is of Ajanta. The paintings were made in two different phases: the oldest date around to the 2nd century and later phase to the 5th century under the rule of Vatakas. The Hindu paintings are closely connected to Buddhist priests. Similarly, the scenes from Ajanta paintings are from the life of Buddha and Jatakas. The paintings have deep details of bodhisattvas who are painting on the walls of Ajanta. The similarities in the Hindu paintings and Buddhist deities are identified by their attendants, colour, adornment, lavish jewellery, elaborative hairstyle, attributes they hold and most importantly the sacred thread. Bodhisattvas also depicted the same sacred thread. Most gods and goddesses have a bird or animal which they use as a vehicle to travel the universe. Hindu paintings were completely different from the Jain monks, artistic school of the far east and the Mughal school.
Therefore the correct answer will be option A.

Note: Religion and culture are inseparable with Hinduism. It includes symbols such as the gods and their lotus flowers, reincarnations and extra limbs.