. Which of the following painters adorned the court of Jahangir?
A. Bishan Das
B. Muhammad Sultan
C. Aga Reza
D. Muhammad Murad
E. Sayyid Beg

Choose the Correct answer from the options given below:

Correct option is D

Jahangir, known for his profound interest in painting and naturalism, patronized several remarkable artists in his court. Among the names listed:
Bishan Das was a celebrated portrait painter in Jahangir's court.
Aga Reza (also known as Aqa Riza) was a Persian painter brought into Mughal service and was favored by Jahangir.
Muhammad Murad was also among the painters whose works were admired during Jahangir's reign.
Hence, the correct answer is (d).

Information Booster:

Mughal art under Jahangir shifted towards individualism and naturalism. Jahangir was personally involved in judging and ranking painters. Important works include detailed animal studies, flora, and court scenes, often influenced by European realism.  Jahangir emphasized detailed portraiture and nature studies, a departure from Akbar’s narrative style.
Bishan Das specialized in realistic portraits and was often sent on diplomatic missions to paint important personalities.
Aga Reza was known for his fine brushwork and Persian artistic influence.
Muhammad Murad contributed to botanical and zoological illustrations under Jahangir's patronage.
Jahangir documented his artistic preferences in his autobiography, Tuzuk-i-Jahangiri.
He employed nearly 100 artists, many inherited from Akbar's atelier, and added new ones known for naturalistic themes.

Additional Knowledge:

Muhammad Sultan: No significant records suggest his association with Jahangir’s court as a painter.
Sayyid Beg: Though active during the Mughal period, his prominence is more closely associated with Akbar’s court.