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The main theme of Tanjore school of paintings is

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Nataraja

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Bala Krishna

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Durga

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The correct option is B Bala Krishna
The Thanjavur or Tanjore School is famous for its special style of decorative paintings. Most of the paintings depicted smiling Krishna in various poses and various major events in his life.

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