Who among the following Mughal Emperors shifted emphasis from illustrated manuscripts to album and individual portrait?

[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2019 Prelims]

(a) Humayun

(b) Akbar

(c) Jahangir

(d) Shah Jahan


Answer: (c)

Explanation:

  • Jahangir was Akbar’s eldest son.
  • Jahangir ordered the execution of the fifth Sikh Guru, Arjun Dev.
  • Mughal paintings reached their peak during Jahangir’s reign.
  • Jahangir emphasized individual portraits and albums over illustrated manuscripts.
  • The Mughal School of painting was established during Akbar’s reign in 1560 A.D.
  • Mughal paintings depicted various themes such as battles, hunting scenes, wildlife, and portraits.

Therefore, option (a) is the correct answer.

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