History
Compare the images of Bharat Mata in this chapter with the image of Germania in Chapter 1.
Answer
| Bharat Mata | Germania |
|---|---|
| The image of Bharat mata was painted by Abindranath Tagore in year 1905. | The image of Germania was painted by Philip Veit in 1848. |
| Bharat Mata is shown as dispensing education, food and clothing. The garland in one hand shows aesthetic quality. | Germania is shown carrying sword in one hand and a flag in another hand showing readiness to fight for country. |
| Bharat mata is shown as a calm, composed, divine and spiritual woman. | Germania is shown as a brave and courageous lady. |
| In one picture painted by Abanindranath Tagore, she is shown with a trishul, standing beside a lion and an elephant – both symbols of power and authority. | Germania is alone in the picture. |
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