Some of the themes are given below:-

Choose the correct theme which suits the Mughal School of miniature painting.

(A) The theme of Gita Govinda, Ragmala

(B) Bhagvata Purana, Skandpurana

(C) Themes of Hamza Nama, Tuzuk-i-Baburi,

(D) Jahangirnama, Akbarnama and Padshahnama

(E) Raginis Khambavati

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(C) and (D) Only

The correct answer is Option 2- (C) and (D) Only

(C) Themes of Hamza Nama, Tuzuk-i-Baburi,

(D) Jahangirnama, Akbarnama and Padshahnama

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.

The Mughal style of miniature painting was responsible for the amalgamation of indigenous themes and styles along with Persian and later European themes and styles. The arts of this period reflect a synthesis of foreign influences and indigenous flavour. The peak of Mughal painting presented a highly sophisticated blend of the Islamic, Hindu and European visual culture and aesthetics.

The royal court scenes, portraits, depiction of accurate flora and fauna were some of the favourite themes of the Mughal artists. Thus, the Mughal painting ushered in a new style and sophistication to the Indian arts of that time.

Akbar personally engaged with the artists, and supervised and evaluated the artworks. The Mughal painting under Akbar’s patronage depicted a variety of subjects, including, detailed political conquests, seminal court scenes, secular texts, portraits of important men along with Hindu mythologies, and Persian and Islamic themes. Akbar’s fascination for Indian scriptures and regard for India made him one of the most popular emperors of the country.

Themes of Hamza Nama and Tuzuk-i-Baburi were also very popular.

Other mentioned themes:

(A) The theme of Gita Govinda, Ragmala: These themes are more closely associated with the Rajput and Deccan schools of miniature painting.

(B) Bhagvata Purana, Skandpurana: While these Hindu scriptures were important in Indian art, they were more prominently featured in religious and devotional paintings of other schools, not typically the Mughal style.

(E) Raginis Khambavati: This refers to a specific musical mode. While music was a significant aspect of Mughal court life, it wasn't the primary focus of their miniature paintings.