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PAINTING (332)
Tutor Marked Assignment
Max. Marks: 20

Note: (i) All questions are compulsory. The marks allotted for each question are indicated against each question.
(ii) Write your name enrolment number, AI name, and subject on the top of the first page of the answer sheet.

1. Answer any one of the following questions in about 40-60 words.
(a) Sculptural materials used during the Indus Valley period were of great significance. Justify. (See Lesson 4)
(b) Discuss any two distinguishing features of the “Chanwardharini Yakshi”. (See Lesson 5)

2. Answer any one of the following questions in about 40-60 words.
(a) Analyze the significance of the ‘Dancing Girl’ statue from the Indus Valley Civilisation. (See Lesson 4)
(b) How the stylistic elements of Gandhara and Mathura art are different? Explain with examples. (See Lesson 5)

3. Answer any one of the following questions in about 40-60 words.
(a) Write an note on ‘themes’ depicted in Mughal paintings. (See Lesson 7)
(b) Explain the contributions prominent Mughal painters. (See Lesson 7)

4. Answer any one of the following questions in about 100-150 words.
(a) Explain the historical and cultural significance of the ‘Priest Bust’ of the Indus Valley Civilisation. (See Lesson 4)
(b) Explain the traditional symbolism associated with ‘Earth Spirits’ with examples. (See Lesson 5)

5. Answer any one of the following questions in about 100-150 words.
(a) Explain the technique and medium used in Mughal miniature paintings with an example. (See Lesson 7)
(b) Analyse and explain about stylistic features ‘South Indian mural paintings’. (See Lesson 9)

6. Prepare any one project of the following projects given below.
(a) Create a detailed drawing or sculptural model of an artefact inspired by ‘Indus Valley Sculptures’. Include elements like material, motifs, and historical details. (See Lesson 4)
(b) Create a series of artworks using various dry mediums (such as pencils, charcoal, pastels, and chalk). Document the process and outcomes for each medium, and analyse the advantages you observed in using each dry medium in your paintings. (See Lesson 13)