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For the sculptures in your syllabus, answer the following questions by choosing any one sculptor:
(i) Name the artwork and one material used.
(ii) Describe the subject-matter and according to you, what message is the artist trying to give through the artwork? Write in brief.
(a) Ramkinkar Baij
OR
(b) Devi Prasad Roy Chaudhury
For the sculptures in your syllabus, answer the following questions by choosing any one sculptor:
(i) Name the artwork and one material used.
(ii) Describe the subject-matter and according to you, what message is the artist trying to give through the artwork? Write in brief.
(a) Ramkinkar Baij
OR
(b) Devi Prasad Roy Chaudhury
(i) Name the artwork and one material used.
(ii) Describe the subject-matter and according to you, what message is the artist trying to give through the artwork? Write in brief.
(a) Ramkinkar Baij
OR
(b) Devi Prasad Roy Chaudhury
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While answering sculpture-based questions, always mention:
1. Name of artwork
2. Material used
3. Theme/subject
4. Social message conveyed
Updated On: Feb 27, 2026
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Option Chosen: Ramkinkar Baij
(i) Name of the Artwork and Material Used:
Artwork: {Santhal Family}
Material Used: Cement and Laterite
(ii) Subject-matter and Message:
The sculpture {Santhal Family} depicts a tribal family moving forward with their belongings. The figures represent a man, woman, child, and a dog, symbolizing migration and livelihood.
The artwork reflects:
- Dignity of labor
- Struggles of tribal communities
- Strength and resilience of common people
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