Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Fine Arts

Chapter

The Mughal School of Miniature Painting

Question:

Which of the following statement is correct about Mughal paintings?

A- Paintings recorded and documented significant events, personalities and interests of the emperors.

B- The paintings were meant to be seen by the common people who visited the court of the rulers.

Options:

Only Statement 'A' is correct.

Only Statement 'B' is correct.

Both Statements are correct.

Both Statements are incorrect.

Correct Answer:

Only Statement 'A' is correct.

Explanation:

Incorrect statement- B- The paintings were meant to be seen by the common people who visited the court of the rulers.

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.