Question

Consider the following statements regarding Miniature Paintings of the Mughal era
1. As per Islamic tradition, they did not depict human or animal figures in their paintings
2. Naturalism was an important aspect of these paintings
3. It also derived certain elements from the European painting tradition

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• A. 2 only
• B. 1 and 2
• C. 2 and 3
• D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is C 2 and 3

Miniature Paintings did depict human and animal figures in the Mughal paintings. Nature and Naturalist themes and European Motifs were used in paintings during the Mughal era.