The traditional colors used in Kerala murals are derived from:

The traditional colors used in Kerala murals are derived from vegetables and minerals.

• Vegetables such as turmeric, tamarind, and indigo are used to create a variety of colors.
• Minerals such as ochre, malachite, and lapis lazuli are also used.
• The colors are mixed with a binder, such as gum arabic or egg white, to create a paint that can be applied to the wall.
• The murals are then painted in layers, with each layer being allowed to dry before the next is applied.
• The final result is a vibrant and colorful mural that is both beautiful and meaningful.

Option A is the correct answer. Option B is incorrect because synthetic dyes are not traditionally used in Kerala murals. Option C is incorrect because oil paints are not traditionally used in Kerala murals. Option D is incorrect because watercolors are not traditionally used in Kerala murals.