CBSE Class 12 Sculpture Sample Paper 2024

SECTION-A

The artworks of Pahari School of Miniature Painting were based onthe divine themes of:
i. Ramayana
ii. Rasik Priya
iii. Geet Govind
iv. All the above
Answer : iv

2. Assertion (A): Our mentor guides us in understanding the profundity of the Supreme God, as seen in the painting Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya and Amir Khusrau.
Reason (R): By obeying our Guru, we can build a peaceful and prosperous society.
i. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
ii. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
iii. A is true but R is false
iv. A is false and R is True
Answer : i

3. The use of painting faces in side profile became the hallmark of:
i. Tribal Paintings
ii. Company Paintings
iii. Bengal School of Painting
iv. Miniature Paintings
Answer : iv

4. The painting ‘Nand, Yashoda, and Krishna with kinsmen going to Vrindavan’ reflecting the leadership qualities of a youth by voluntarily taking responsibilities at a crucial moment is painted by Miniature Artist:
i. Nihalchand
ii. Nuruddin
iii. Nainsukh
iv. Nandlal Bose
Answer : iii

5. Assertion (A): The Mughal School of Miniature Painting used decorative borders to enhance the beauty of the paintings.
Reason (R): Artists of Mughal courts used floral motifs and gold to make their painting look royal and full of grandeur.
i. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
ii. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
iii. A is true but R is false
iv. A is false and R is True
Answer : i

6. The painting ‘Bani Thani’ is an epitome of elegance showcasing the quality of:
i. Childhood
ii. Womanhood
iii. Fatherhood
iv. Brotherhood
Answer : ii

7. The highly realistic painting of Mughal School named ‘Falcon on Bird Rest’ with Devanagari Script was made under the patronage of the King:
i. Aurangzeb
ii. Jahangir
iii. Akbar
iv. Babur
Answer : ii

8. Influenced by European artists, Amrita Shergill’s contemporary yet deep-rooted values of Indian origin enabled her in expressing injustice, dejection, and pity towards rural Indian women through the simple use of:
i. Subject matter
ii. Compositional arrangements
iii. All the above
iv. None of the above
Answer : iii

SECTION-B

9. Instead of mythological themes in his artwork, a disciple of Abanindranath Tagore showed how men, women and labourers diligently engage in their
routine to achieve victory.
• Who was this sensitive artist and which sculpture from your course of study reflects this through realistic modeling of muscle movement and human form and laborers.
• Describe how the strength of unity brings victory as shown in this sculpture.
                                                       (OR)
Considered to be one of the greatest painters in the history of Indian art, he fused European techniques with pure Indian sensibility.
He was the first to print his artworks to make them affordable and easily available, bringing fine art close to the masses.
• Identify the name of the artist and the Painting, method, and technique of painting from your syllabus.
• Describe how this realistic painting (adapted from Ramayana) cautions us from the consequences of ego.
Answer : Sculptor and Sculpture – 1 Mark
Description of artwork and statement – 1 Mark
Key Points that can be used in the Answer
ARTIST – D.P. ROYCHOWDHURY, TITLE OF SCULPTURE – TRIUMPH OF LABOUR, DESCRIPTION- THREE DIMENSIONAL, POWERFULLY MODELLED,
REALISTIC REPRESENTATION OF TEAMWORK, UNITY, EFFORTS OF LABORER’S, WHO ARE POOR, WEARING BARE MINIMUM CLOTHING, WITH CONFIDENT
AND FACIAL EXPRESSION OF DETIRMINATION, PROVING NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE, TRUST OF TEAM.
                           (OR)
Name of artist and artwork, method, and technique – 1 Mark
Explanation of artwork, description – 1 Mark
Key Points that can be used in the Answer
ARTIST - RAJA RAVI VERMA, PAINTING – RAMA VANQUISHING PRIDE OF THE OCEAN, OIL PAINTING, REALISM,
DESCRIPTION- VERTICAL COMPOSITION, MYTHOLOGICAL THEMES, CRUSHING THE EGO OF THE SEA GOD, MESSAGE FOR THE MASSES, LORD RAMA WITH BOW AND ARROW, GOD’S ANGER SHOWN THROUGH FORCE OF WIND, , LIGHTENING, STRONG SEA WAVES, SEA GOD’S CONSORTS BEGGING
FORGIVENESS, PROMOTING INDIAN THEME,
MAKING ART APPROACHABLE TO COMMON PEOPLE, WELL BALANCED COMPOSITION

10. ‘Raghukul Reeti Sada Chali Aaye, Praan Jai Par Vachan Na Jaai’
• Which miniature painting from Rajasthan School showcasing strong bond of brotherhood between Rama and Bharat, re-lives this saying and how has the artist helped us in elevating our state of life by imbibing these virtues and family values?
• Give an example through an episode from the present-day scenario which will help our future generation in character building.
                                           (OR)
During the early 19th century, India was a male dominant society. Dana showed Women Empowerment, their versatile personality and showcased
them overcoming traditional norms.
• Throw light on the valour shown in the subject matter of Dana‟s painting from your syllabus.
• How can this Rajasthani painting still help in broadening the mindset of our society?
Answer : Name of the painting, explanation of values – 1 Mark
Example from present day scenario– 1 Mark
Key Points that can be used in the Answer
PAINTING - BHARAT MEETS RAMA AT CHITRAKUTA, HORIZONTAL PAINTING SHOWING, RESPECT, KEEPING PROMISE, CARE, LOVE TOWARDS FAMILY,
DEVOTION, EMOTIONAL CONNECT.
ANY EXAMPLE FROM PRESENT DAY LIVING WHICH SHOWCASE STRONG AND VALUE BASED CHARACTER BUILDING.
                                         (OR)
Name of the Painting, Subject matter – 1 Mark
Justification of the importance of this painting – 1 Mark
Key Points that can be used in the Answer
PAINTING – CHAUGAN PLAYERS, RAJASTHANI SCHOOL,
INSPIRATION – VERTICAL PAINTING, PRINCESS PLAYING WITH OTHER MATES, CHAUGAN OR GAME OF POLO, CONFIDENT PRINCESS, FREEDOM,
INDIVIDUALITY, EQUAL RIGHTS, LEADERSHIP QUALITIES, MULTITASKING, DECORATED HORSES, BELL SHAPED GHAGHARA, RAJASTHANI ATTIRE.

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