Class 2 · Art and Craft
Indian folk art: Warli, Madhubani, Kalamkari
📘 Chapter notes
The key ideas of this chapter, answered through the six guiding questions. Read them with your textbook.
1What am I looking at?
Answer: Traditional folk arts of India.
2What are its main parts or ideas?
Answer: Warli (Maharashtra, stick figures in white), Madhubani (Bihar, bright patterns and nature), Kalamkari (Andhra Pradesh, pen-drawn natural dyes).
3How does it work?
Answer: Each style uses its own motifs, colours and techniques.
4Why is it important?
Answer: Preserves culture and supports artisans.
5What happens if something changes?
Answer: Modern products use folk designs, spreading them widely.
6What should I remember for the exam?
Answer: Identify styles and draw simple motifs.