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History question from JKAS Prelims, 2022 by JKPSC

Consider the following statements regarding Mughal period paintings:

1. Daswant and Baswan were two of the famous painters of Akbar's court.
2. During Shah Jahan's reign, Mughal paintings reached their zenith.

The correct statement/s is/are:

Last updated May 15, 2026
Correct Answer: Option A — 1 only
Analysis of the Statements
1. Daswant and Baswan were two of the famous painters of Akbar's court.

Status: Correct.

Details: Akbar was a great patron of the arts and established a formal department (Karkhana) for painting. Daswant and Baswan were his two most celebrated court painters. Baswan is particularly noted for his use of color and portraiture, while Daswant's work is famously seen in the Razmnama (the Persian translation of the Mahabharata).

2. During Shah Jahan's reign, Mughal paintings reached their zenith.

Status: Incorrect.

Details: While Mughal art continued to evolve under Shah Jahan, the "Zenith" or golden age of Mughal painting was reached during the reign of Jahangir. Jahangir was a naturalist and a connoisseur who emphasized portraiture and the depiction of flora and fauna.

Shah Jahan’s Contribution: His reign is considered the Golden Age of Mughal Architecture (e.g., the Taj Mahal, Red Fort), but painting began to become more rigid and formal during his time.
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