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RPSC RAS · Art, Culture, Literature and Heritage of Rajasthan

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Schools of painting

Mewar, Marwar, Bundi-Kota, Kishangarh, Jaipur and Nathdwara miniature schools.

In the official syllabus: RPSC — Rajasthan State and Subordinate Services Combined Competitive (Preliminary) Examination: Scheme & Syllabus of…, Preliminary paper, heading: History, Art, Culture, Literature, Tradition & Heritage of Rajasthan (read 29 Sept 2026).

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  1. 1.The Bani Thani painting, depicting an idealized woman with elongated features and arched eyebrows, is most famously associated with which school of Rajasthani miniature painting?

    • (A)Marwar school
    • (B)Bundi school
    • (C)Kishangarh school
    • (D)Jaipur school
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    Answer: (C) Kishangarh school

    Solution: Bani Thani is the most iconic painting of the Kishangarh school, created by the master artist Nihal Chand in the 18th century during the reign of Maharaja Sawant Singh. The painting depicts a court singer and is characterized by distinctive features: elongated eyes and fingers, arched eyebrows, and a sharp nose. The Kishangarh school is known for depicting themes from Krishna-Radha romance and the Bani Thani has been called the 'Mona Lisa of India'. This painting style developed under royal patronage and shows Persian and Mughal influences while maintaining its unique Rajasthani character.

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  2. 2.Which of the following painting schools is renowned for depicting 'Bani Thani' as an iconic figure representing feminine grace?

    • (A)Bundi School
    • (B)Kishangarh School
    • (C)Mewar School
    • (D)Jaipur School
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    Answer: (B) Kishangarh School

    Solution: The Kishangarh School is famous for the iconic painting of Bani Thani, symbolizing feminine beauty and elegance, developed under patronage of Maharaja Sawant Singh.

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  3. 3.Which characteristic feature distinguishes the Bundi-Kota school of painting from other Rajasthani painting schools?

    • (A)Use of only vegetable colors and depiction of desert landscapes
    • (B)Extensive use of gold and silver with Mughal architectural themes
    • (C)Rich depiction of lush vegetation, water bodies, and animal life with deep blue and green colors
    • (D)Minimalist style with focus on human portraiture and pale color palette
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    Answer: (C) Rich depiction of lush vegetation, water bodies, and animal life with deep blue and green colors

    Solution: The Bundi-Kota school is particularly distinguished by its lush, verdant landscapes featuring thick vegetation, lotus-filled ponds, waterfalls, and diverse animal life. This school extensively uses deep blue and green colors to create atmospheric effects. The paintings often show dense foliage, rain clouds, and water features, reflecting the relatively greener environment of Hadoti region compared to western Rajasthan. Common themes include court scenes, hunting expeditions (shikar), and Ragmala paintings. The school developed in the 17th century and artists paid special attention to depicting nature in all its abundance, making it visually distinct from the more arid landscapes of Marwar or the stylized elegance of Kishangarh.

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