Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Fine Arts

Chapter

The Mughal School of Miniature Painting

Question:

What is the Persian translation and illustrated version of the Hindu epic Mahabharata called?

Options:

Akbar Nama

Razi Nama

Daswant Nama

Razm Nama

Correct Answer:

Razm Nama

Explanation:

Answer:  Razm Nama
The Persian translation and illustrated version of the Mahabharata commissioned by Akbar is known as Razm Nama.

Akbar envisioned cultural integration and commissioned translation of several revered Hindu texts. He commissioned translation and illustration of revered Sanskrit texts into Persian. The Persian translation and illustrated version of the Hindu epic Mahabharata done this period came to be known as Razm Nama. This was completed in 1589 under the supervision of master artist Daswant. This manuscript was scribed in ornate calligraphy and contained 169 paintings. The translation and illustration of the Ramayana were also carried out around this time. Artists like Govardhan and Miskin were celebrated for their visuals of court scenes. Akbar Nama, an extraordinary manuscript, containing a detailed account of Akbar’s political and personal life, was one of the most expensive projects undertaken by Akbar.