CBSE Class 12th Fine Arts Multiple Choice Questions Chapter- 4 The Deccani Schools of Painting

Question 1: Which of the following is a Deccani school of painting?

a) Kangra

b) Pahari

c) Bijapur

d) Rajasthani

Answer: c) Bijapur

Question 2: Which Deccani ruler was a significant patron of the Bijapur School of painting?

a) Ibrahim Adil Shah II

b) Akbar

c) Shah Jahan

d) Jahangir

Answer: a) Ibrahim Adil Shah II

Question 3: The Deccani schools of painting are primarily influenced by which culture?

a) Persian

b) Chinese

c) Mughal

d) British

Answer: a) Persian

Question 4: Which theme was predominantly depicted in the Bijapur school of painting?

a) Mythological

b) Court scenes

c) Battle scenes

d) Nature

Answer: b) Court scenes

Question 5: What is a key characteristic of the Golconda School of Painting?

a) Use of bright colors

b) Delicate floral patterns

c) Bold brush strokes

d) Use of gold and silver

Answer: d) Use of gold and silver

Question 6: The famous painting “Raga Hindola” belongs to which Deccani school?

a) Hyderabad

b) Golconda

c) Bijapur

d) Ahmadnagar

Answer: c) Bijapur

Question 7: Which material was commonly used in Deccani paintings for added richness?

a) Marble dust

b) Charcoal

c) Gold leaf

d) Wood

Answer: c) Gold leaf

Question 8: What is the notable feature of female depictions in Deccani paintings?

a) Round faces with large eyes

b) Sharp features and slim bodies

c) Heavily draped garments

d) Dark, curly hair

Answer: a) Round faces with large eyes

Question 9: Which Deccani school of painting was known for its depiction of landscapes?

a) Bijapur

b) Golconda

c) Hyderabad

d) Ahmadnagar

Answer: b) Golconda

Question 10: The Deccani paintings often feature which type of architecture in the background?

a) Mughal forts

b) Persian palaces

c) Gothic cathedrals

d) Indian temples

Answer: b) Persian palaces

Question 11: Which type of scenes were frequently illustrated in the Golconda school?

a) Religious scenes

b) Nature scenes

c) Processions and royal activities

d) Battle scenes

Answer: c) Processions and royal activities

Question 12: What animal is frequently depicted in Deccani paintings?

a) Elephants

b) Horses

c) Peacocks

d) Tigers

Answer: c) Peacocks

Question 13: The school of Hyderabad painting was established during which period?

a) 18th century

b) 17th century

c) 16th century

d) 19th century

Answer: a) 18th century

Question 14: The style of painting in the Ahmadnagar School is highly influenced by which culture?

a) Mughal

b) European

c) Persian

d) Chinese

Answer: c) Persian

Question 15: Which color is predominantly used in the backgrounds of Deccani paintings?

a) Red

b) Blue

c) Green

d) Yellow

Answer: b) Blue

Question 16: Which school is considered the precursor of the Deccani school of painting?

a) Mughal School

b) Pahari School

c) Persian School

d) Rajput School

Answer: c) Persian School

Question 17: In Deccani paintings, which natural element is commonly used to symbolize love and passion?

a) Flowers

b) Birds

c) Water bodies

d) Trees

Answer: a) Flowers

Question 18: What distinguishes Deccani miniatures from Mughal miniatures?

a) Use of Islamic calligraphy

b) Subtle color palette

c) Decorative landscapes and rich patterns

d) Realistic human figures

Answer: c) Decorative landscapes and rich patterns

Question 19: The Nizam of Hyderabad’s court favored which artistic style?

a) Pahari

b) Rajasthani

c) Persian

d) European

Answer: c) Persian

Question 20: What is the unique feature of the Hyderabad School of Painting?

a) Monochrome technique

b) European realism

c) Harmonious blend of Mughal and Persian styles

d) Linear perspective

Answer: c) Harmonious blend of Mughal and Persian styles

Question 21: Which Deccani school is known for the use of vivid colors and bold lines?

a) Golconda

b) Bijapur

c) Hyderabad

d) Ahmadnagar

Answer: d) Ahmadnagar

Question 22: Which religious figure is commonly represented in the paintings of the Golconda School?

a) Krishna

b) Buddha

c) Shiva

d) Prophet Muhammad

Answer: a) Krishna

Question 23: The influence of which external art form is seen in Deccani paintings?

a) European painting techniques

b) Chinese scroll painting

c) Turkish miniatures

d) Mughal naturalism

Answer: d) Mughal naturalism

Question 24: What is a common feature of human figures in Deccani paintings?

a) Elongated eyes and pointed noses

b) Short and broad figures

c) Large, expressive eyes

d) Realistic body proportions

Answer: c) Large, expressive eyes

Question 25: Which natural elements are frequently found in the backgrounds of Bijapur paintings?

a) Storm clouds

b) Sunsets

c) Gardens and fountains

d) Mountain ranges

Answer: c) Gardens and fountains

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