Which one of the following books was not illustrated with paintings in Akbars court ?

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Q: 95 (CDS-I/2016)

Which one of the following books was not illustrated with paintings in Akbar’s court ?

question_subject: 

History

question_exam: 

CDS-I

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In Akbar`s court, several books were illustrated with paintings, showcasing the rich cultural and artistic heritage of the Mughal empire. However, one of the books mentioned in the options was not illustrated with paintings in Akbar`s court.

Option 1: Hamzanama - This book was indeed illustrated with paintings in Akbar`s court. It is an epic tale of adventure and heroism from the Islamic tradition.

Option 2: Razmnama - This book was also illustrated with paintings in Akbar`s court. It is a Persian translation of the Mahabharata, an ancient Hindu epic.

Option 3: Babur nama - This book was not illustrated with paintings in Akbar`s court. It is an autobiography of the Mughal emperor, Babur, detailing his life, conquests, and the establishment of the Mughal dynasty.

Option 4: Tarikh-i-Alfi - This is the correct answer. The Tarikh-i-Alfi, which means "History of a Thousand," was not illustrated with paintings in Akbar`s court. It is a historical chronicle detailing the events from the reign of Akbar.

Therefore, the book that was not illustrated with paintings in Akbar`s court is the Tarikh-i-Alfi.