Mughal painting reached its peak during Jahangir’s reign. He had a deep interest in nature, portraits, birds, animals and delicate artistic details. Under his patronage, painters developed realism, fine shading, naturalistic figures and vibrant colours. His atelier produced some of the finest miniature paintings in Mughal history. ANSWER: (B) Jahangir
During whose reign did Mughal painting reach its zenith? (A) Akbar (B) Jahangir (C) Shah Jahan (D) Aurangzeb
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While Akbar established Mughal painting, it reached its artistic peak under Emperor Jahangir. He was personally passionate about painting and maintained a highly skilled imperial workshop. Jahangir encouraged naturalism, realism, detailed observation of nature and elegant portraiture. Artists precisely recorded birds, flowers, animals and landscapes. Famous painters like Ustad Mansur, Abul Hasan and Bishandas flourished under him. The fusion of Persian, Indian and European artistic influences also strengthened during his reign. Jahangir’s diary, Tuzuk-i-Jahangiri, reflects his love for art. His reign marked the golden age of Mughal miniature painting.