Which one of the colours used in the paintings at Ajanta was obtained from imported Lapis Lazuli?

Answer & Explanation

Answer: [B]

The correct answer is Blue. The colours have been derived from plants and minerals. The main colours used were, red ochre, yellow ochre, brown ochre, lamp black, white and lapis lazuli (blue). This last pigment was imported from Northern India, central Asia and Persia. Green was made by mixed this lapis lazuli with Indian yellow ochre.