Question
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Who was the first principal of the Madras School of Art?
1
Gagnendra Nath Tagore
2
Ravindra Nath Tagore
3
Abanindra Nath Tagore
4
E. V. Havel
Question Details
Time to Solve: 12
Exam: HTET
Level/Paper: HTET_L3
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Correct Answer
Option D
Explanation
The correct option is 4: The Madras School of Art (now the Government College of Fine Arts, Chennai) was founded in 1850, making it one of the oldest art institutions in India. While Dr. Alexander Hunter was the founder, the institution underwent several administrative changes when the government took it over in 1852. E. B. Havell (the individual referenced in the option is E. B. Havell) was a highly influential…Read More
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