Identify the correct sequence of Indian painting Schools according to their origin.

A. Mughal School
B. Rajasthani School
C. Deccani School
D. Pahari School
E. Bengal School

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

B, A, C, D, E

The correct answer is Option (2) → B, A, C, D, E

B. Rajasthani School
A. Mughal School
C. Deccani School
D. Pahari School
E. Bengal School

The Rajasthani School of miniature painting flourished in the royal courts of Rajasthan (e.g., Mewar, Bundi, Kishangarh, Bikaner). It portrayed themes from Indian mythology, Ramayana, Mahabharata, and Krishna Leela, with vibrant colors and folk elements.

The Mughal School originated during the mid-16th century in Mughal era. It represented a fusion of Indian, Persian, and Central Asian styles and became one of the most refined schools of Indian art, especially under Jahangir and Shah Jahan.

The Deccani School of painting originated in the Deccan region of India under the patronage of the Deccan Sultanates (Ahmadnagar, Bijapur, Golconda, and Hyderabad).

The Pahari School developed in the Himalayan foothills (modern-day Himachal Pradesh and Jammu). Centers like Basohli, Kangra, and Guler were known for their lyrical depiction of romantic and devotional themes.

The Bengal School originated during the Indian nationalist movement in the early 20th century, led by artists like Abanindranath Tagore.