New Dimension in Modernism: Emergence and Impact of Indian Radical Painters’ and Sculptors’ Association

Author(s)	Mr. Genius chakma, Prof. Dr. S K Sarkar, Dr. Anirban Dhar
Country	India
Abstract	The emergence of the Indian Radical Painters’ and Sculptors’ Association (RPSA) during the late twentieth century marked a critical shift in the trajectory of modern Indian art. Moving beyond formalist modernism, the movement introduced an ideologically driven practice rooted in political consciousness, material experimentation and resistance to institutional authority. This research paper examined the historical conditions that led to the formation of the Radical group, its philosophical foundations and its impact on contemporary artistic practices in India. By focusing on the Keralite context, sculptural interventions and interdisciplinary approaches, the study explored that the Radical movement opened a new dimension within modernism—transforming art from aesthetic production into a site of social critique and dialogue. The research paper adopted a synchronic approach to analyze how local realities and global radical discourses intersected, resulting in a distinct and contextually grounded artistic language.
Keywords	Radical Art Movement, Indian Modernism, RPSA, Sculpture, Political Art, Kerala Art, Contemporary Indian Art
Field	Arts > Drawing
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 3, May-June 2026
Published On	2026-05-13

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