Question

Match the LIST-I with LIST-II

• A. A-I, B-III, C-II, D-IV
• B. A-II, B-III, C-I, D-IV
• C. A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II
• D. A-III, B-II, C-I, D-IV

Hint:

Logic Tip: Nirmala Patwardhan literally wrote the book on Glazes in India. Daroz builds Murals. Match these two to guarantee the correct answer.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept:
Recognizing the signature techniques and primary contributions of prominent modern Indian ceramic artists.

Step 1:
As established in previous questions, P.R. Daroz is famous globally for his massive architectural ceramic Murals. (B-IV)

Step 2:
Manisha Bhattacharya is deeply associated with fast-firing techniques, specifically Naked Raku and traditional Raku. (C-I)

Step 3:
Nirmala Patwardhan is legendary in the Indian ceramic world not just for her pots, but for authoring the "Handbook for Potters." She spent decades pioneering Glaze research and adapting traditional Chinese/Japanese glaze recipes using local Indian materials (famously known as the "Nirmala Glaze"). (D-II)

Step 4:
Ira Chaudhuri's work is celebrated for its unique sgraffito carving, tribal-inspired motifs, and intricate surface designs on decorative pots and vessels. (A-III)

Step 5:
Matching these gives A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II, which corresponds to Option 3. \[ \boxed{\text{(3) A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II}} \]