Mughal painting, which developed in the northern Indian subcontinent in the sixteenth century, is a style of which kind of painting?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Miniature painting
Option (1) Mural painting — Incorrect. Mughal paintings were not painted on walls. They were part of manuscripts and albums.
Option (2) Scroll painting — Incorrect. Mughal paintings were not scrolls. They were folios of manuscripts and royal albums.
Option (3) Miniature painting — Correct. Mughal painting is the style of miniature painting that grew in north India from the sixteenth century.
Option (4) Palm-leaf manuscript painting — Incorrect. Mughal paintings were made on handmade paper prepared for the purpose, not on palm leaves.
NCERT (2026-27): “The Mughal School of Miniature Painting Mughal painting is the style of miniature painting that developed in the northern Indian subcontinent in the sixteenth century and continued till the mid–nineteenth century. It is known for its sophisticated techniques and diverse range of subjects and themes.…” “Influences on Mughal Painting …The Mughal atelier consisted of calligraphers, painters, gilders and binders. Paintings recorded and documented significant events, personalities and interests of the emperors. These were meant to be seen by the royals only. The paintings were made to suit the sensitivity of the royals or often made as intellectual stimulation. The paintings were a part of manuscripts and albums.” “Colours and Technique of Mughal Painting The painters in the atelier were also masters of art making colours. Mughal paintings were made on handmade paper, which was prepared especially for this purpose.…” |