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ABHINAV SIWACHAIR 12· 2022

Question 11Bring out the evolution of mural traditions in South India. Also, elaborate on their significant characteristics.GS1GS1

Bring out the evolution of mural traditions in South India. Also, elaborate on their significant characteristics. (Answer in 250 words)

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Introduction

Mural traditions in South India have been developed by the confluence of different religions like Buddhism, Jainism, Hinduism.

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Main Body

Mural traditions in South India have been developed by the confluence of different religions like Buddhism, Jainism, Hinduism.

Ajanta came inscriptions where Ajanta, Anant Vayya, Lepakshi, Udaysantha murals.

Evolution of mural tradition:

1. Often merged with the rise of Buddhism and Trejism

2. Buddhist influence is found in the cave and mural traditions of Ajanta and Ellora

3. They depicted the Jataka tales

Later Tanism also contributed to mural inscriptions such as Lopakshi care paintings, Srimangam sitting around for mural learning

4. Bhatigyam under Ashile care inscriptions which are showing hinduism - word Shiva Krishna

5. Pandharatha at Mahabhagavat by Palapura also have mural inscriptions such as Anjnas Prance Krishna and the Butler Hall

the buddhist stories such as the usual inscription of Dying Princess, Naga wag we the unrest etc.

3. Later Tanism also contributed to mural inscriptions such as Lopakshi care paintings, Srimangam setting around for mural learning

4. Bhatigyam under Ashile care inscriptions which are showing hinduism - word Shiva Krishna

5. Pancharatha at Mahabhagavat by Palapura also have mural inscriptions such as Anjnas Prance Krishna and the Butler Hall

Characteristics of these:

1. Diverse palette with ochre mixed with germ, dust and chalk powder. Have been used in these paintings

2. Absence of colours such as red, blue green is there with certain inscriptions not having red or blue

3. Cultural practices are reflected in these murals. (i) Things worship of God Shiva from hinduism

4. Presence of Jataka practices like Samvasarara and teachings from monks can be seen in Pratahyagni mural inscription

5. Tell life can also be seen apart from philosophical traditions. These murals are significant in offering knowledge about rich and varied cultural history of India.

with germ, dust and chalk powder. Have been used in these paintings.

2. Absence of colours such as red, blue green is there with certain inscriptions not having red or blue.

3. Cultural practices are reflected in these murals. (i) Things worship of God Shiva from hinduism

4. Presence of Jataka practices like Samvasarara and teachings from monks can be seen in Pratahyagni mural inscription

5. Tell life can also be seen apart from philosophical traditions. These murals are significant in offering knowledge about rich and varied cultural history of India.

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Conclusion

These murals are significant in offering knowledge about rich and varied cultural history of India.

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Diagram

Map showing locations of mural traditions in South India: Ajanta, Anant Vayya, Lepakshi, Udaysantha, and other sites.

  • Covers multiple religions' influence
  • Provides specific examples of sites
  • Traces historical evolution
  • Mentions multiple art forms
  • Provides specific characteristics of murals
  • Discusses techniques and materials
  • Links art to cultural and religious practices
  • Mentions multiple traditions
  • Explains significance
  • Detailed discussion of materials and techniques
  • Connects art to religious and cultural context
  • Explains significance to understanding Indian history
  • Multiple examples provided

Topper

ABHINAV SIWACH

AIR 122022

Subject & Paper

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Topic

Salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times

Art Forms

Mural Traditions in South India

Writing Stats

407

Total words

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