Consider the following statements regarding the ‘Rogan Art’:
- It is an indigenous Indian art form that originated purely in the Kutch region of Gujarat and is traditionally practiced by local tribal communities.
- A master artisan of this art form has been honoured with the prestigious 'Padma Shri' award for his contribution to this craft.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Correct answer: B
Explanation
Statement 1 is wrong because Rogan art did not originate purely in Kutch; it has Persian roots, with the name coming from the Persian word for oil, before taking hold in Nirona village of Kutch. Statement 2 is correct, as master artisan Abdul Gafur Khatri received the Padma Shri in 2019 for reviving and sustaining this craft.