Question

During whose reign was the Najum-al-Ulum manuscript, featuring 876 miniature paintings, created?

• A. Ibrahim II Adil Shah
• B. Burhan Nizam Shah
• C. Ali Adil Shah I
• D. Malik Amber

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Ali Adil Shah I

Bijapur Style of Painting The Bijapur School of painting was primarily patronized by the Adil Shahi rulers, especially Ali Adil Shah I (1558–1580 CE) and his successor Ibrahim II (1580–1627 CE). One of the most remarkable works from this period is the illustrated encyclopedia Najum-al-Ulum (Stars of Sciences), created in 1570 CE during the reign of Ali Adil Shah I. This manuscript features an impressive collection of 876 miniature paintings. The depiction of female figures in these works shows a notable influence of the Lepakshi mural tradition.