jamini roy was a renowned indian painter, born on april 11, 1887, in beliatore, west bengal. he is considered one of the most important figures in indian modern art. roy's artistic style was characterized by simplicity, elegance, and a deep connection to indian folk art. early life and training roy was born into a moderately prosperous family of landowners. he was raised in an average middle-class, art-loving household that influenced his future decisions. at the age of 16, he moved to kolkata to study at the government college of art, where he was taught by abanindranath tagore, a prominent…