‘Black Nude’. Sitting Nude’ and ‘Young Girls’ are some of the famous works of which artist?
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Amrita Pritam
Incorrect AnswerAmrita Shergil
Correct AnswerNorah Richards
Incorrect AnswerSobha Singh
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
- Option 1: Amrita Pritam
- Amrita Pritam was a prominent Indian poet and novelist.
- She was best known for her work in Punjabi and Hindi literature.
- Her most famous work is the novel "Pinjar," which explores themes of partition and gender.
- Option 2: Amrita Shergil
- Amrita Sher-Gil was an eminent Indian-Hungarian painter.
- She is known for pioneering modern Indian art.
- Her famous works include ‘Black Nude’, ‘Sitting Nude’, and ‘Young Girls’.
- Correct Answer: Known for her distinct style, she is often compared to Frida Kahlo.
- Option 3: Norah Richards
- Norah Richards was a British-born theater artist and playwriter.
- She significantly contributed to Punjabi theater and acted in plays in Indian settings.
- Option 4: Sobha Singh
- Sobha Singh was a renowned Indian painter.
- He was best known for his Sikh historical and religious art.
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