The correct answer is: d) Tibetan thangkas.
Tibetan thangkas are painted scrolls that depict Buddhist deities and scenes from Buddhist mythology. They are often decorated with gold leaf, which is used to highlight the most important figures and symbols in the painting. The use of gold leaf in Manipuri paintings is likely due to the influence of Tibetan thangkas, which were introduced to Manipur by Buddhist missionaries in the 17th century.
Mughal miniatures are small paintings that were produced in the Mughal Empire in India from the 16th to the 18th centuries. They are typically painted on paper or ivory with opaque watercolors, and they often depict scenes from court life or religious subjects. Mughal miniatures do not typically use gold leaf, although some examples do use gold paint.
Chinese scroll painting is a type of painting that is done on a long, narrow piece of paper or silk. The painting is typically unframed and is rolled up when not in use. Chinese scroll paintings often depict landscapes, figures, or animals. They do not typically use gold leaf.
Burmese lacquerware is a type of furniture or decorative object that is made from wood that has been coated with lacquer. Lacquer is a resin that is derived from the sap of the lac tree. Burmese lacquerware is often decorated with gold leaf, which is used to highlight the most important features of the object.
In conclusion, the use of gold leaf in some Manipuri paintings indicates influence from Tibetan thangkas.