Question

Identify the sculptures of Kanayi Kunhiraman from the following-
(A) The chariot of Sun
(B) Yakshi, 1969
(C) Aattam, 1987
(D) Santhal Family
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• (A) and (B) only
• (B) and (C) only
• (C) and (D) only
• (D) and (A) only

Hint:

Kanayi Kunhiraman is synonymous with large-scale, outdoor sculptures in Kerala, with "Yakshi" at Malampuzha being his most recognized masterpiece.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Identify the known works of the artist Kanayi Kunhiraman, a prominent modern sculptor from Kerala.

(B) Yakshi (1969): This monumental nude figure in the Malampuzha Dam gardens is arguably Kunhiraman's most famous and controversial work.
(C) Aattam (1987): Another significant work by the artist.

Step 2: Identify the artists of the other works.

(A) The Chariot of Sun: This refers to the Sun Temple at Konark, an ancient monument, not a modern sculpture.
(D) Santhal Family (1938): This is a seminal, iconic work of modern Indian sculpture by Ramkinkar Vaij.

Step 3: Combine the correct works. The sculptures by Kanayi Kunhiraman are (B) and (C).