Indian arts and culture: Identify the eminent painter from the list. Who among the following personalities is widely recognized specifically for excellence in painting within Indian art and culture? Choose the correct option.

Given data

• Task: Pick the person eminent for painting.
• Names include figures from music, film, sports, and visual arts.

Concept/ApproachMatch each name to their primary field and select the visual artist (painter).

ReasoningM. F. Husain is one of India's most celebrated modern painters, often called the Picasso of India.Ravi Shankar is a sitar virtuoso (music); Satyajit Ray is a film director; Viswanathan Anand is a chess world champion; Lata Mangeshkar is a legendary playback singer.

Common pitfallsConfusing general fame with the specific domain of painting.

Final AnswerM. F. Husain