Mughal schools of painting and architecture

Mughal architecture Akbar The advent of the Mughals brought a new era in architecture. The synthesis of style which began earlier reached its zenith during this time. The architecture of Mughal style started during Akbar’s rule. The first building of this rule was Humayun’s Tomb at Delhi. In this magnificent building red stone was used. … Read more

Vaisheshika School

The Vaisheshika School is one of the six orthodox schools of Hindu philosophy. It was founded by Kanada, also known as Kashyapa, who lived in the 6th century BCE. The Vaisheshika School is based on the teachings of the Vaisheshika Sutras, which are a collection of aphorisms that outline the school’s philosophy. The Vaisheshika School … Read more

Mathura school of art

The Mathura school of art is an Indian art style that flourished from the 2nd century BCE to the 6th century CE. It is named after the city of Mathura, which was an important center of Buddhism and Hinduism during this period. The art of Mathura is characterized by its realism, its use of bold … Read more