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why was scenes from mythology are current theme in the painting of native painters during the time of the British​

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Answered by Anonymous
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Scenes from mythology were a recurrent theme because they reinforced superiority of Hindu culture over western thought.

Many painting sought to portray heads of British soldiers at the feet of Gods so as to tell people that they will prevail over the British.

These themes also spread the message that British rule was unjust and the religions should rise against the British.

Answered by DodieZollner
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To show the superiority of the Indian culture and religion.

Explanation:

  • Scenes of the mythology were beginning to develop into a current theme for the native painters (Indians) to show the fellow Indians the superiority of the Hindu religion and views over the western philosophy.
  • These themes spread the message of unfair of the British rule in India.
  • Many paintings tried to depict British soldiers at the feet of Gods to tell people that they are evil and could get control of the British.

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