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UPPSC 2011 GS-1 Modern Indian History
Question

Who among the following had founded the 'Indian Society of Oriental Art' to revive ancient art traditions of India ?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option A: Abanindra Nath Tagore

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Abanindra Nath Tagore”.
Abanindranath Tagore founded the Indian Society of Oriental Art in Calcutta in 1907 to promote an indigenous style of painting based on Indian culture and traditions.

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