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UGC NET Visual Arts (Code 79) – Detailed Syllabus (Units + Topics)

Unit I: Fundamentals of Visual Art- General characteristics of visual art: space, form, size, shape, line, colour, texture, tonal values, perspective, design & aesthetic organization of visual elements (composition) Use of two & three dimensions in visual art Tactile quality, surface quality in art Environment and art Perceptual vs conceptual aspects in art.
Unit II: Interrelationship of Various Arts- Relation among arts: performing, cinematic, literary, plastic arts Rhythm, structure, use of space, visual properties Materials, techniques (traditional & modern) Ideas, themes (narrative, non-narrative), conceptual / abstract elements bridging different art forms.

Unit III: Mediums & Materials in Visual Arts

Traditional & modern media: painting, sculpture, printmaking, mural, graphic design, multimedia art Inventions, adaptations, development of media over time.

Unit IV: Techniques, Processes & Procedures

Modeling, carving, building, casting Handling of color/pigment: impasto, glazing, burnishing, drip etc. Etching, relief, surface printing, fresco (buono, secco) Printing processes, computer graphics etc.

Unit V: History of World Art / Importance-

Why study global art history (including history of advertising/marketing) for students of Visual Arts Understanding broader contexts, influences, cross references

Unit VI: Aesthetic & Critical Theories of Art

Study of aesthetic theories (Indian & Western) Critical theories of art Application to art criticism, appreciation Role in understanding Visual Arts & Applied Arts Relation of theory to practice.

Unit VII: Western Art History

Landmark phases and artists in Western art from Prehistoric to contemporary Focus on ideology, materials, techniques, style, themes, formal/stylistic development

Unit VIII: Early Indian Art History

Indian art phases from prehistoric times to 18th century Emphasis on formal & stylistic features, materials, ideology, technique, themes Includes history of advertisement in Indian context as well.

Unit IX: Modern & Contemporary Indian Art

Development of modernity in 19th / 20th century India Indian art (including applied arts), various modern art movements Contributions of individual artists in different regions Evolution of art education from British period to present Media, styles, regional variations, experimentation etc.

Unit X: Folk, Tribal & Popular Visual Practices

Significance of tribal, folk, popular arts & craft practices worldwide From form, technique, content, concepts viewpoint .How contemporary artists adapt / transform these traditions Interplay of traditional & modern in visual art practices

Syllabus for Fine Arts in Competitive Teacher Exams (KVS, JNV, DSSSB etc.)

Art Fundamentals / Elements & Principles– Line, shape, form, space, colour, texture, tone, light & shade, perspective, value, contrast, balance, rhythm, emphasis, unity, variety, harmony, composition etc.                                                                                                                               

Materials / Mediums– Drawing media (pencil, charcoal, pastel, ink), painting media (watercolour, tempera, acrylic, oil), printmaking (relief, intaglio, lithography, screen printing), sculpture materials (clay, wood, stone, metal, mixed media)                                                                    

Techniques / Processes– Modeling, carving, casting, relief, fresco (buon, secco), mural painting, printing techniques, graphic design, digital art, mixed media, collage etc.                                                                                                                                            

Art History – Indian– Prehistoric rock art (Bhimbetka etc.), Indus Valley art, Mauryan / Shunga / Kushana / Gupta art, Buddhist / Jain / Hindu temple art, medieval Indian painting & architecture, Mughal, Rajput, Deccan, Pahari, Bengal School, Modern Indian art, Contemporary Indian art, Folk / Tribal art forms |

Art History – Western / World– Prehistoric European art, Egyptian art, Greek & Roman art, Byzantine, Medieval (Romanesque, Gothic), Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo, Neoclassicism, Romanticism, Realism, Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, Modernism (Cubism, Surrealism, Abstract), Postmodern, Contemporary world art         

Art Criticism, Aesthetics & Theory– Indian aesthetics (Rasa, Bhava, Dhvani, Alankara etc.), Western aesthetics (Plato, Aristotle, Kant, Hegel, Modern theories), Formalism, Expressionism, Symbolism, Structuralism, Semiotics, Art criticism methods (descriptive, analytical, interpretive, evaluative)                           

Interrelationships / Applied Art / Design– Relation of art with performing arts, literature, cinema; Illustration, graphic design, visual communication, advertising art, applied arts, craft & design, public art, site-specific art                                                                                                       

Contemporary / New Media Art– Digital art, installation, video art, performance art, interactive art, mixed media works, contemporary practices in India & world                                                                                                                                                               

Regional / Folk / Tribal Arts– Folk, tribal, local art traditions (Madhubani, Warli, Gond, Pattachitra etc.), their techniques, motifs, transformations, their integration in modern art                                                                                                                                        

Conservation / Preservation / Restoration– Basics of preservation, conservation of paintings, sculptures; preventive measures; understanding materials & deterioration                                                                                                                                                                      

Art Education & Pedagogy– Methods of teaching art, art curriculum, studio practice, assessment in art, projects & practical work in school art education