Match the following aspects of Mughal Miniature Painting with their correct association: Aspect Association 1. Hamzanama A monumental early work of miniature painting, commissioned by Akbar, illustrating the adventures of Amir Hamza. 2. Daswanth and Basawan The two most celebrated artists of Jahangir's court, known for their focus on realism and portraiture. 3. Taswir Khana The official name for the Imperial Workshop or Studio of Painting established by Akbar. How many of the above pairs are correctly matched? |ForumIAS

[A] Only one pair

[B] Only two pairs

[C] All three pairs

[D] None of the pairs

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation:

Pair 1: Correct. The Hamzanama (Stories of Hamza) was one of the first and most ambitious projects of the Mughal painting school, initiated by Akbar.
Pair 2: Incorrect. Daswanth and Basawan were the most celebrated court painters of Akbar’s time, known for illustrating dynamic scenes from Persian epics and historical works. The masters of realism and portraiture during Jahangir’s time were Ustad Mansur (fauna/flora) and Abul Hasan (portraiture).
Pair 3: Correct. Taswir Khana literally translates to ‘Picture Workshop’ and was the formal name for the Imperial painting studio and library where the artists worked.