The correct answer is: C) Hindu epics and folklore.
Cheriyal scroll paintings are a traditional art form of Telangana, India. They are made on cloth with natural dyes and depict stories from Hindu epics and folklore. The paintings are often used to illustrate stories from the Ramayana and Mahabharata, as well as from local folktales. They are an important part of Telangana’s cultural heritage and are often used to teach children about the region’s history and traditions.
Option A is incorrect because Mughal courts were not a common subject of Cheriyal scroll paintings. Option B is incorrect because British colonial life was also not a common subject of these paintings. Option D is incorrect because Cheriyal scroll paintings do not typically depict scenes of Telangana village life.