What was the primary goal of the Bengal School of Art?

To develop a distinctively Indian modern art style that rejected Western materialism and realism.

Modern Indian Art Movements

UPSC Archival Analysis

Abanindranath Tagore's paintings are classified as revivalistic, as he led the Bengal School in reclaiming traditional Indian artistic heritage.

Exam Year

1999

Evidence Source

ID: ART_PNT_1999_29 Ref: Standard Educational Reference