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Which of the following statements about Madhubani painting is/are correct? 1. It originated in the Mithila region of Bihar 2. It is traditionally practiced only by Brahmin women 3. Natural pigments are used exclusively in traditional Madhubani paintings 4. It received Geographical Indication (GI) status

Q2easy

The 'Kohbar' style of Madhubani painting is specifically associated with:

Q3easy

Which of the following artists is known as the 'Picasso of Mithila'?

Q4hard

Consider the following pairs: Madhubani Style - Characteristic 1. Bharni - Bright colors and intricate patterns 2. Katchni - Fine line work and monochromatic palette 3. Godna - Inspired by traditional tattoo designs 4. Tantrik - Wedding and fertility themes How many pairs given above are correctly matched?

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The transformation of Madhubani painting from wall art to commercial art began primarily due to: