PIS BARODA STD-8

History- Art and Culture of Modern India (Extra Questions) 1. List the features of major forms of painting during the colonial period. The features of major forms of painting during the colonial period are Picturesque landscape painting, Portrait painting and History Painting. 2.  Explain how patuas helped in the emergence of new style of art during the colonial period. i.They carried out artistic tradition; religious themes. ii. They responded -rapid changes; produced paintings - social and political themes. iii. Wooden blocks, ink - used to engrave images. 3. Explain the contribution of Raja Ravi Verma and Jamini Roy in the dawn of national art. a) Raja Ravi Verma:  i. First artist- tried to develop style assimilation of modern and national elements. ii. Used western techniques perspective and composition-applied to Indian subjects, styles and themes. iii. Excelled in Western art of oil painting, realistic life study. b) Jamini Roy: gave away expensive ...