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The well-known painting “Bani Thani” belongs to the

  1. A.Bundi School
  2. B.Jaipur School
  3. C.Kangra School
  4. D.Kishangarh School
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: D. Kishangarh School

The Bani Thani painting is a celebrated masterpiece of the Kishangarh School of miniature painting, which flourished in Rajasthan. It is renowned for its idealized depiction of a woman, often identified with the poetress and singer Bani Thani, who was a favorite of Maharaja Savant Singh. The style is characterized by its delicate features, elongated eyes, and graceful composition, reflecting the prevailing Mughal and indigenous artistic influences of the period.

Source: UPSC gs1 2018

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