Question

Which of the following is not a print maker?

• A. K. Laxma Goud
• B. Amrita Shergil
• C. Somnath Hore
• D. Jyoti Bhatt

Hint:

If a name is associated with oil painting and not print techniques like etching or lithography, it's likely not a print maker.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Amrita Shergil is known as one of the pioneers of modern Indian art and is celebrated for her oil paintings. Her works were deeply influenced by European art (especially post-impressionism) and traditional Indian styles, but she was not a print maker. Her contribution lies primarily in canvas-based paintings and not in printmaking techniques. In contrast, the following are noted print makers:

K. Laxma Goud – Renowned for his etchings, aquatints, and other print forms.
Somnath Hore – Famous for his intaglio prints and paper pulp prints that often depicted themes of human suffering.
Jyoti Bhatt – A pioneer in Indian printmaking, known for experimenting with various print techniques and capturing rural life and folklore.
Thus, option (B) is correct as Amrita Shergil was a painter, not a print maker.