SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 32

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Rabanindranath Tagore.

While Rabindranath Tagore is primarily celebrated as a Nobel laureate poet, writer, and philosopher, he was indeed a noted painter. He took up painting seriously in his sixties, in the last two decades of his life, and despite no formal training, produced thousands of artworks.His paintings are characterized by their unique style, often featuring expressive faces, mythical creatures, and evocative landscapes. He experimented with various mediums and techniques, influencing the modern art movement in India. Though sometimes overshadowed by his literary achievements, Tagore's artistic contributions are significant and are recognized as a vital part of his multifaceted genius.