Question

Who among the following painters was part of Akbar’s court and contributed significantly to the Mughal painting tradition?

• A. Daswanth
• B. Mir Sayyid Ali
• C. Ustad
• D. Abul Hasan

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Daswanth

Mughal Paintings under Different Mughal Rulers. Humayun The foundation of Mughal painting was established by Humayun during his period of exile in Persia and Afghanistan. Upon his return to Delhi, he was accompanied by two of Persia’s most renowned painters, Mir Sayyid Ali and Abdus Samad. Akbar During Akbar’s reign, Mughal painting evolved rapidly and reached new heights of artistic excellence. He commissioned numerous artworks and took a personal interest in overseeing their completion, paying meticulous attention to detail and the artistic techniques used. To support this artistic expansion, Akbar brought together over 100 painters from across India, including notable artists such as Daswant, Basawan, Keshav, and Farrukh Beg. Some of the finest examples of Mughal art from his time are found in the Akbarnama, authored by Abul Fazl. Akbar also initiated several grand painting projects, such as the Tutinama—a Persian episodic tale divided into 52 parts—the Hamzanama, which recounts the adventures of Amir Hamza, as well as illustrated versions of works like Gulistan and Darab Nama.