Impact of British Rule on Indian Art

The video explores the transformation of Indian visual arts under colonial rule, highlighting the adoption of Western styles and realism. It discusses the picturesque art movement led by Thomas and William Daniel, which depicted rugged landscapes to convey the British civilizing mission. The popularity of portrait art among both Indians and British is examined, along with the migration of European artists like John Jaani to India, who portrayed British superiority and Indian subservience.

What architectural elements were introduced into Indian art during the colonial period?

• Domes, columns, and arches

• Pyramids and obelisks

• Pagodas and stupas

• Igloos and totem poles

How did British art influence Indian artists in terms of style?

• By encouraging cubism

• By emphasizing abstract art

• By focusing on realism

• By promoting surrealism

What is the 'picturesque' style in art?

• A style depicting urban landscapes

• A style showing rugged and untamed landscapes

• A style focusing on abstract forms

• A style emphasizing bright colors

Who were the artists known for their 'picturesque' depictions of India?

• Claude Monet and Edgar Degas

• Pablo Picasso and Vincent van Gogh

• Thomas and William Daniel

• Raja Ravi Varma and Abanindranath Tagore

What was a significant change in Indian art during the British rule?

• The emergence of digital art

• The popularity of realistic portraits

• The rise of abstract art

• The decline of sculpture

What is a portrait in the context of art?

• A depiction of a person's face and expressions

• A still life composition

• A landscape painting

• An abstract representation

Why did many foreign artists migrate to India during the colonial period?

• To capture the growing demand for realistic portraits

• To explore Indian cuisine

• To study Indian architecture

• To learn traditional Indian dance

Who was John Jaani and what was his contribution to art in India?

• A British officer who introduced photography

• A French sculptor who worked in India

• A German artist known for his portraits of Indian governors

• An Indian painter famous for miniatures

How did the social dynamics between British and Indian rulers influence art?

• It resulted in the portrayal of British superiority in art

• It led to the creation of abstract art

• It encouraged the use of traditional Indian motifs

• It promoted the development of digital art

What was the impact of British rule on Indian royal families in terms of art?

• They focused solely on traditional Indian art

• They stopped commissioning artworks

• They ignored the influence of British art

• They began to adopt Western styles in their portraits