Raja Ravi Varma’s paintings often featured characters from:

The correct answer is: A) The Ramayana and Mahabharata.

Raja Ravi Varma was an Indian painter who is considered one of the most important artists of the 19th century. He is best known for his paintings of Hindu mythological figures, particularly those from the Ramayana and Mahabharata. His paintings are characterized by their realism, their use of light and shadow, and their attention to detail.

Option B is incorrect because Raja Ravi Varma did not paint historical battles.

Option C is incorrect because Raja Ravi Varma did not paint everyday village life.

Option D is incorrect because Raja Ravi Varma did not paint abstract concepts.