India · CBSE Learning Outcomes
Class 11 Fine Arts
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution of Indian visual arts from prehistoric times to the medieval period. Students engage in both historical analysis and practical studio sessions to develop a deep appreciation for cultural aesthetics and technical mastery.
Beginnings of Art: Prehistoric Rock Paintings
An investigation into the earliest forms of human expression found in the rock shelters of Central India.
Studying the stylistic features and themes of the mesolithic paintings found in the Vindhya ranges.
Exploring the use of natural pigments and minerals in creating permanent rock art.
Urban Aesthetics: Art of the Indus Valley
Analyzing the sophisticated craftsmanship and urban planning reflected in the artifacts of Harappa and Mohenjo-daro.
Examining iconic pieces like the Dancing Girl and the Bearded Priest to understand early casting and carving.
Investigating the mass-produced figurines and the symbolic language used in steatite seals.
The Golden Age: Buddhist and Hindu Sculptural Art
A study of the development of the Buddha image and the flourishing of sculptural arts under the Mauryas and Guptas.
Understanding the symbolism of the Ashokan pillars and their role in statecraft and religion.
Comparing the Greco-Roman influence in Gandhara art with the indigenous style of Mathura.
Cave Architecture and Mural Traditions
Exploring the synthesis of architecture, sculpture, and painting in the rock-cut caves of Ajanta and Ellora.
Analyzing the narrative techniques and aesthetic beauty of the Jataka tales painted on cave walls.
Studying the engineering marvel of the monolithic temple carved from a single rock.
Temple Architecture and Bronze Casting
Examining the structural evolution of Hindu temples and the perfection of bronze casting in South India.
Comparing the architectural features of Northern and Southern Indian temple traditions.
Analyzing the iconography and cosmic symbolism of the dancing Shiva in bronze.
Studio Practice: Elements and Principles
A practical unit focusing on the application of artistic theories through drawing and composition.
Developing fundamental drawing skills through observational studies and geometric abstraction.
Exploring the psychological impact of color and the technical aspects of the color wheel.