Kaavi Art

Why in news?

• PM Modi talks about 'Kaavi' art on Mann Ki Baat, stresses ancient art’s preservation

About Kaavi Art:

• Kaavi is a form of mural painting found in Konkan region, especially in temples of Goa, parts of coastal Maharashtra and Karnataka.
• The art was introduced by the Portuguese who ruled Goa until 1961.
• The art takes its name from Kaav in Konkani which refers to Indian red pigment which is the only color used in this painting.
• The red pigment is obtained from the laterite soil.
• The painting is done on wet plaster in a manner similar to frescoes
  • Fresco is a technique of mural painting executed upon freshly laid (wet) lime plaster.
• The painting is done in bright red and white shades. This mural architecture is evident on the walls of the temples, houses, and Roman-Catholic churches. 
• Unfortunately, this unique artwork is gradually declining due to a lack of restoration.
• This dying folk art can be revived by applying it to the interior or exterior walls. This would enhance the beauty of the wall and also promote the Kaavi mural painting.

???????PRELIMS QUESTION

Kaavi mural arts are commonly found in which of the following regions in India?

(a) Andaman

(b) Konkan

(c) Malwa

(d) Chota Nagpur

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