Question

Devanagari script has been used by the artist in the painting:

• A. Shiva and Sati
• B. Falcon on Bird Rest
• C. Ganesha
• D. Kabir and Raidas

Hint:

Bhakti saint paintings often include Devanagari inscriptions reflecting vernacular devotional culture.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Concept: The use of scripts in paintings often reflects:

• Cultural context
• Religious traditions
• Regional artistic styles

Step 1: Understanding Devanagari usage.
Devanagari script is commonly associated with:

• North Indian devotional traditions
• Bhakti movement saints
• Hindi/Sanskrit textual references

Step 2: Identify the relevant painting.
Among the options:

• Shiva and Sati → Mythological, not known for script usage
• Falcon on Bird Rest → Mughal naturalistic theme
• Ganesha → Religious but not specifically linked with inscriptions
• Kabir and Raidas → Bhakti saints often associated with vernacular inscriptions

Step 3: Conclusion.
Since Kabir and Raidas are linked to the Bhakti tradition and vernacular devotional literature, Devanagari script is used in: \[ \text{Kabir and Raidas} \]