Who of the following was awarded with the honour of 'Zari qalam' by King Akbar?

U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 1995

A. Muhammad Hussain
B. Muqammal Khan
C. Abdussamad
D. Mir Sayyid Ali

Answer: Muhammad Hussain

Option a is the correct answer. Akbar was a great patron of calligraphy, and he encouraged the development and diversity of this art form in his empire. He established a translation bureau in his new capital at Fatehpur Sikri, where he invited scholars from different religions and regions to translate various Sanskrit texts into Persian, which was the official language of his court. Akbar awarded 'zari qalam' to Muhammad Hussain.

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