Question

Consider the following statements about Madhubani paintings
1. They are made in the same format as frescos , on the walls of the houses
2. Cowdung is used as base and rice is used to paint
3. They are also made on handmade papers and clothes
Which of the above statements is / are correct?

• A. 1 only
• B. 1 and 3
• C. 2 and 3
• D. 1,2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is D 1,2 and 3

Traditionally, Madhubani paintings were painted on walls using rice paste and vegetable colours on a base of cow dung and mud. With time, the base changed to handmade paper, clothes, and canvas, still the natural colours were used.