Who did the famous 'Bharat Matal painting'?
ANandalal Bose
BAbanindranath Tagore
CRaja Ravivarma
DAmrita Sher-Gil
Answer:
B. Abanindranath Tagore
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Correct Ans : Option B) Abanindranath Tagore
The famous 'Bharat Mata' painting was created by Abanindranath Tagore in 1905.
He depicted Bharat Mata (Mother India) as a serene, four-armed Hindu goddess dressed in saffron robes, holding items symbolic of India's national aspirations:
A book: Representing education and knowledge.
Sheaves of paddy: Symbolizing food and sustenance.
A piece of white cloth: Indicating clothing and self-sufficiency.
A rosary (mala): Signifying spirituality.
The painting was a significant work during the Indian Independence movement, aiming to evoke nationalist feelings and portray India as a nurturing mother figure.