Folk art is associated with

Correct option is A

The correct answer is regional art
Folk art refers to the creative expressions of people belonging to a particular region, community, or ethnic group, and it reflects their traditions, culture, and lifestyle. It is called "folk" because it originates from the folk or the common people, and is usually developed and preserved through oral traditions and community practices, rather than academic or institutional training.
Folk art include:
· Paintings (e.g., Warli, Madhubani)
· Handicrafts (e.g., pottery, embroidery)
· Performing arts (e.g., folk music and dance)
· Ritualistic arts (e.g., rangoli, wall art, festival decorations)
Because it is highly influenced by the region’s customs, beliefs, festivals, and environment, folk art is best described as regional art.
Folk art serves various purposes such as:
· Decoration
· Religious or spiritual expression
· Social storytelling
· Recording history and mythology through symbolism
Information Booster:
· Madhubani painting from Bihar uses natural dyes and bold motifs.
· Warli painting from Maharashtra uses simple geometric shapes to depict everyday life.
· Folk art is non-commercial, narrative, and symbolic in nature.
· It is deeply linked to identity, heritage, and local pride.
Additional Knowledge:
· painting: Too narrow. While folk art includes painting, it also includes crafts, music, and dance.
· modern art: Incorrect. Modern art is a 19th–20th century movement with global, individualistic expression; folk art is community-based and traditional.
· prehistorical art: Refers to ancient cave or rock art, like Bhimbetka — predates recorded history, not associated with folk traditions.