PM Shri Kendriya Vidhyalaya No.

1
CLASS XII (2024-25)
Fine Arts - Painting (049)
[ Periodic Test 2 ]

Time : 1 Hour 30 Minutes (90 minutes) Total Marks : 40

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS :

● All the questions are compulsory.

● Read the questions carefully and repeatedly.
● Please write down the Question Number before attempting it.

● The question paper consists of 20 questions and it is divided into three sections:
1. Section A : Attempt all ten questions (Each question will carry 1 mark)
2. Section B : Attempt all six questions (Each question will carry 2 marks)
3. Section C : Attempt all three questions (Each question will carry 5 marks)

SECTION - A

[ Attempt all questions : Each Question will carry 1 mark ]

Q1. In the war of succession that occurred in the lifetime of Shah Jahan, he was defeated by his
brother ______________ .
A. Zahir-Ud-Din-Muhammad Babur
B. Dara Shikoh
C. Alamgir Aurangzeb
D. Muhammad Azam Shah

Q2. Pahari paintings was mainly influenced by (mutation of which styles/ school)
A. Mughal and Rajasthani
B. Wordly style : Deccan and Rajasthani
C. Inspired by luxury : Rajasthani and Persian
D. Bengal style : Persian and Mughal

Q3. The miniature paintings with the subject matter of BARAMASA are based on:
A. Twelve states
B. Twelve rulers
C. Twelve months
D. Twelve kinds of food

Q4. Assertion (A) : Female beauty is the most important feature of Kishangarh School
Reason ( R ) : Both the patron and painters of the Kishangarh school were worshipers of female
beauty.
 A. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
B. Both (A) and (R ) are true and (R ) is not the correct explanation of (A).
C. (A) Is true but (R ) is false.
D. (A) Is false but (R ) is true.

Q5. Which of the following paintings is a continuous narrative (that means various episodes
have been shown in a single scene)?
A. Maru-Ragini
B. Chougan Players
C. Radha Bani Thani
D. Bharat meets Rama at Chitrakut

Q6. Who gave the title, “Nadir-Ul-Asr”, to an artist Ustad Mansoor of Mughal school of miniature
painting?
A. Babur
B. Humayun
C. Jahangir
D. Aurangzeb

Q7. Which Pahari artist was known for his unique ability to depict the inner emotional states of
his subjects?
A. Manaku
B. Nainsukh
C. Ustab Mansur
D. Pandit Seu

Q8. Life and Exploits of ___________ is primarily depicted in the Bhagavata Purana series of
Pahari School.

A. Lord Krishna
B. Lord Rama
C. Lord Shiva
D. Lord Indra

Q9.During 16th to 17th century of Deccan School of Miniature painting, which of the following is
an artist of Deccan School?

A. Manaku
B. Basawan
C. Kesar Ram
D. Ustad Mansoor

Q10. Rulers of Mandi were ardent worshippers of Vishnu and Shiva: hence apart from Krishna
Lila Themes in Kullu school of paintings, ____________ subjects were also painted.
SECTION - B
[ Attempt all questions : Each Question will carry 2 marks ]

Q11
i. How did the Basohli School differ from the later Guler and Kangra Schools in terms of style?
Ii. Who was Nainsukh, and what was his contribution to the Pahari School of painting?
OR
1. i. Explain the role of nature in Pahari miniature paintings.
2. ii. What materials and techniques were used in Pahari miniature painting?

Q12.
I. Elaborate the origin and development, artists and at least two of your favorite paintings
of Rajasthani School of Miniature Painting and describe the aesthetic qualities
practiced by its Sub-School artists.
II. Based on aesthetic features, elaborate the ANY ONE painting
A. ‘Krishna on Swing and Radha in Sad Mood’
B. ‘Bhagavata Purana’

Q13.
The prosperous and culturally refined Deccan school was successful in representing women as
great sportspeople. In this, the skill of the player is also dependent on tricks of horse riding. The
participation of women in the game presents the best evidence of women empowerment.
1. Identify painting and its artist
2. Describe the composition and color arrangement of the painting.
OR
Amir Khusrau is depicted with a musical instrument in Deccan painting showing respect and
reverence for his teacher.
1. Identify painting (title) and medium.
2. Mention sub-school of painting with compositional arrangement.

Q14.
Mention the NAMES of :
1. Any four sub-schools of the Rajasthani School of Miniature Painting
2. Any four paintings and their artist of the Pahari School of Miniature Painting.
OR
Name the ARTIST, MEDIUM-TECHNIQUE and SUB-SCHOOL of each of the following
paintings that are part of your study program:
(a) Rama meets members of his family at Chitrakut
(b) Krishna lifts Mount Govardhan
(c) Ragini Pathamsika of Raga Hindola
(d) Awaiting Krishna and the hesitant Radha
Q15. Mention the MAIN FEATURES of the Mughal school of Miniature Painting in about 100-150
words.

Q16. How did the shift from palm leaf to paper impact the development of manuscript painting in
India, and what were the advantages of using paper as a medium for artists?

SECTION - C
[ Attempt all questions : Each Question will carry 6 marks ]

Q17. The renowned artist brothers, Manaku and Nainsukh, played a pivotal role in elevating the
folk art traditions into a more refined style within the Pahari School. Elaborate how did they
effectively portrayed Lord Krishna as both a divine figure and a relatable, caring friend who
looks after his family and companions, with reference to ANY ONE of the following paintings:
A. Krishna with Gopis
B. Nand Yashoda and Krishna with Kinsmen going to Vridavan

Q18. Evaluate the aesthetic beauty of ANY ONE of the following which shows the connection
and bond between Royal Figures and Royal Animals
A. ‘Dara Shikoh ki Baraat’ from Mughal school
B. ‘Chand Bibi playing Polo’ from Deccan school

Q19. Attempt “ANY TWO” questions from the given options :

A. Compare and contrast the themes and techniques of Mughal miniature paintings
during Akbar’s and Shah Jahan’s reigns.
How did the focus of the artwork change under each emperor? Use specific paintings to
support your answer.

B. Explain why manuscript painting was important in India, focusing on the main
features, techniques, and themes found in notable manuscripts like the Kalpasutra,
Shahnama, and Gita Govinda.
How did this tradition help shape Indian art and culture during the medieval period?

C. Rajasthani school follows a tradition of making straight forward compositions with the
figure/figures highlighted against a flat background. Identify the names and describe
each and every detail, (preferably a rough sketch too!) about any two such paintings
from your syllabus.

Deep Breaths &

All the best :)