Mural painting: Learn about the history

Learn about the history, technique and examples of mural art in India, a form of wall painting that incorporates architectural elements. Test your knowledge with UPSC-style questions on mural art and related topics. Learn about the ancient mural paintings in India, from Ajanta to Ellora, and their evolution under various empires. Explore the themes, styles and techniques of these paintings, and their significance for UPSC exams. Mural , a painting applied to and made integral with the surface of a wall or ceiling. The term may properly include painting on fired tiles but ordinarily does not refer to mosaic decoration unless the mosaic forms part of the overall scheme of the painting .