Madhubani Painting Tradition and Significance

Madhubani painting, a 2500-year-old folk art from India, originated in the Mithila kingdom during King Janak's reign. It gained cultural significance as women in northern Bihar decorated walls with intricate patterns for religious ceremonies and weddings. The art remained unknown until a 1934 earthquake revealed it to British officer William Archer, who compared it to Picasso's work. This discovery introduced Madhubani to the Western world. Today, it is a renowned Indian folk art. The video encourages viewers to explore more on the blog and stay tuned for future episodes.

How old is the Madhubani painting tradition believed to be?

• 500 years

• 1000 years

• 2500 years

• 3000 years

In which kingdom is Madhubani painting believed to have originated?

• Magadha

• Mithila

• Vijayanagara

• Kalinga

During which event were the walls of Mithila painted with Madhubani art?

• The festival of Diwali

• The coronation of King Janak

• The wedding of Lord Rama and Sita

• The birth of Lord Rama

Who discovered Madhubani painting in 1934?

• Charles Wilkins

• Lord Curzon

• William G. Archer

• James Prinsep

What natural disaster led to the discovery of Madhubani paintings?

• Earthquake

• Flood

• Drought

• Cyclone

To which famous artist's work did William G. Archer compare Madhubani paintings?

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Pablo Picasso

• Claude Monet

• Vincent van Gogh

What is another name for Madhubani painting?

• Mithila painting

• Warli

• Pattachitra

• Gond

Which region is primarily associated with Madhubani painting?

• Northern Bihar and Nepal

• Eastern India

• Western India

• Southern India

What is the significance of Madhubani painting in Indian folk art today?

• It is only practiced in villages

• It holds an important position

• It is a minor art form

• It is a forgotten art form

Where can you find more information about Madhubani painting as mentioned in the video?

• On a blog post

• In a library

• In a museum

• In a newspaper