Indian Culture and Heritage: Art as Culture
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What is considered a valuable heritage in the culture of the people?

  • Architecture
  • Sculpture (correct)
  • Painting
  • Music
  • During which ancient civilization did sculpture in India make progress?

  • Mauryan Empire
  • Indus Valley Civilization (correct)
  • Chola Dynasty
  • Gupta Empire
  • Which civilization provided extensive patronage to the art of sculpture in India?

  • Pallavas
  • Mauryas (correct)
  • Kushanas
  • Chalukyas
  • What did Indian artists and scholars find to have a tremendous influence on sculpture?

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    What is the earliest specimen of ancient Indian sculpture?

    <p>Terracotta objects from the Harappan civilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Art is a valuable heritage in the culture of the people. When one speaks of art one generally means the visual arts including sculpture, architecture and ______

    <p>painting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sculpture especially as an art form made progress during the Indus Valley Civilization and this form of art was given extensive patronage by the Mauryas, Satavahanas, Kushanas, Guptas, Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas, Cholas, Pallavas etc. This art still continues to thrive in contemporary ______

    <p>India</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Indian artists, scholars found out that there was tremendous influence of ______

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    The bronze statue of a dancing girl discovered at Mohenjodaro with her hand on her hip, standing on her right leg and raising her left leg in front, is a masterpiece of the Indus ______

    <p>sculpture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    These show a high degree of ______

    <p>development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Cultural Heritage and Art

    • Art is a crucial aspect of cultural heritage, encompassing various forms including visual arts, sculpture, and architecture.
    • Sculpture is particularly significant as it reflects a civilization's artistic achievements and cultural values.

    Progress of Sculpture in India

    • Sculpture in India saw notable advancements during the Indus Valley Civilization.
    • Major ancient Indian civilizations that provided extensive patronage for sculpture include the Mauryas, Satavahanas, Kushanas, Guptas, Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas, Cholas, and Pallavas.

    Influences on Indian Sculpture

    • Indian artists and scholars recognized the tremendous influence of various cultures and traditions on the development of sculpture.
    • Ongoing artistic practices continue to thrive in contemporary India, demonstrating a lasting legacy.

    Notable Early Sculpture

    • The earliest specimen of ancient Indian sculpture is the bronze statue of a dancing girl found at Mohenjodaro.
    • The statue depicts the girl in a dynamic pose, standing on her right leg with her left leg raised and her hand confidently placed on her hip.
    • This piece exemplifies a high degree of skill and artistry characteristic of the Indus Valley Civilization.

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    Explore the significance of art as a valuable heritage in Indian culture, with a focus on sculpture, architecture, and painting. Delve into the historical progression of sculpture in India, and its profound expression of the people and their land.

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