List of top Commercial Art Questions

Observe painting provided below and answer the following:
(i) Mention the title, artist, sub-school and painting medium.
(ii) Describe how the painting conveys a scene of movement, collective joy and emotional warmth through its composition and visual rhythm.
(iii) Write a short note on the stylistic features and visual traits of the Pahari school.

Royal figures are shown playing Polo in this Rajasthani School painting from your syllabus.
(i) Mention the name of the artist and sub-school.
(ii) Briefly describe the subject matter by highlighting aesthetic appeal of the composition.

A significant public sculpture showcase a group of labourers engaged in a challenging task, it is also considered as the focal point of May day celebration.
(i) Mention the title of this sculpture, the sculpture's name, any one medium used and the number of figures shown.
(ii) Comment on the aesthetic qualities with reference to its compositional arrangement.
(iii) What core value does this sculpture reflect and how is it relevant in today's context?

M.A.R. Chughtai presents a graceful female figure in this painting, from your syllabus.
(i) Mention the name of this painting and its medium.
(ii) Mention two (2) aesthetic features that makes this work distinctive.

Krishna lifting Mount Govardhana:
(i) Mention the name of the artist and medium of the painting.
(ii) Highlight two (2) main features of the school to which the painting belongs.

A graceful composition by Jamini Roy captures a serene bond through folk-inspired visual simplicity from your syllabus.
(i) Mention the title, medium and describe the subject matter of the painting.
(ii) Describe how the artist's arrangement of composition enhances its visual simplicity.
(iii) Elaborate on the use of colour in the painting and the human values it communicates.

This graphic print by Somnath Hore shows a group of deprived figures, from your syllabus.
(i) Mention the name of this artwork and what in your view is the artist conveying?
(ii) Briefly describe the compositional arrangement.

Deccan painting from your syllabus shows two great Sufi personalities.
(i) Name this Deccan painting and one human value you learn from it.
(ii) Briefly describe the posture and attire (costume) of the figures.

This Mughal school painting from your syllabus, portrays a moment of humanity among revered saints.
(i) Mention the name of this painting and who is the artist.
(ii) Briefly describe the two aesthetic features of this art work.

The Mughal school painting from your syllabus, captures the grace of one majestic bird.
(i) Mention the name of this painting and who is the artist?
(ii) Briefly describe the subject matter and mention the honorary title awarded to the artist, signed in this painting.

Assertion (A): The Graphic print “Devi” by Jyoti Bhatt portrays feminine power in a stylized and symbolic manner.
Reason (R): The print was created using traditional oil painting techniques on canvas.

In the painting “Marriage procession of Dara Shikoh” from your syllabus. Who is depicted with a Halo around their head?

Maru Ragini:
(i) Mention the name of the artist and medium of the painting.
(ii) Highlight two (2) main features of the school to which the painting belongs.

Both of the following paintings portray significant events from Lord Rama’s life, each expressing devotion, valour and divine purpose through visual story telling.
Rama Vanquishing the pride of Ocean:
(i) Mention the name of the artist and medium.
(ii) Briefly explain the subject matter by highlighting emotions expressed in this painting.

Both of the following paintings portray significant events from Lord Rama’s life, each expressing devotion, valour and divine purpose through visual story telling.
(i) Mention the name of the artist and medium.
(ii) Briefly explain the subject matter by highlighting emotions expressed in this painting.

The white colour in the National Flag of India symbolizes :

In which Rajasthani school painting is Krishna shown twice, in the upper and lower part of the composition?

Which Deccan school miniature shows a female warrior engaging in a sport associated with royalty and bravery?

What is the central narrative of the painting “Krishna with Gopi's”?

Assertion (A): Radha Bani Thani is regarded as the Indian Monalisa for its lyrical beauty and graceful expression.
Reason (R): This painting belongs to the Basholi school of miniature painting known for bold colours and vigorous lines.

The image of “Journey's End” is symbolic of

Shown below is the image of divine power and the extreme of anger. Based on your syllabus answer the following:


Identify and name the painting, artist and medium.
Appreciate the colours and compositional arrangement in detail.

Identify the painting from Mughal school that captures a grand celebration, filled with large crowd and intricate detailing. Based on your study of this painting from your syllabus answer the following:


Name of the painting, its artist and medium.
Write about the compositional arrangement of the figures, animals and the other elements within the scene.

This Pahari School painting depicts a divine figure surrounded by a group of female (Gopis) devotees.

Write the name of the artist and the painting mentioned above.
Describe the scene, focusing on the interactions between the central figure and the surrounding figures.
Explain the artistic features and how elements such as colour, composition and detailing contribute to the portrayal of various figures.

A true mentor and friend guides you to wisdom and peace by instilling values of simplicity and profound thinking.


Write the school and medium of the painting.
Evaluate and justify this statement by describing any one artwork mentioned below:

“Kabir and Raidas” OR
“Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya and Amir Khusro”