Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Fine Arts

Chapter

The Mughal School of Miniature Painting

Question:

"Razm Nama' is the Persian translation and illustrated version of which of the following text?

Options:

Ramayana

Akbar's autobiography

Mahabharata

Humayun's autobiography

Correct Answer:

Mahabharata

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Mahabharata

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