Question

Which of the following statements is/are correct about Bani Thani?

1. It belongs to the Marwar school of Kishangarh.

2. It was criticized by the king Sawant Singh.

3. It portrays a woman who is elegant and graceful. 

1. 1 and 2 only
2. 2 and 3 only
3. 1 and 3 only
4. 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : 1 and 3 only

The correct answer is 1 and 3 only.

• Bani Thani is a miniature painting by Nihal Chand from the Marwar school of Kishangarh. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.
• The painting’s subject, Bani Thani, was a singer and poet in Kishangarh.
• It was patronized by the king Sawant Singh. Hence, Statement 2 is incorrect.
• It portrays a woman who is elegant and graceful. Hence, Statement 3 is correct.
• Bani Thani is characterized by idealized distinct features:
  • arched eyebrows,
  • lotus-like elongated eyes,
  • pointed chin,
  • a highly idealized facial form reminiscent of Indian sculpture art.

• Kishangarh Paintings
  • Kishangarh's style of painting was a synthesis of Mughal and local style.
  • The theme moves around the affection between Krishna and Radha. 
• Marwar Paintings:
  • Regions: Jaipur, Bikaner, and Jaisalmer.
  • Themes: nobles on horses and court scenes.
  • Ragamala is a famous Marwar painting.