Nastaliq is a cursive calligraphic script of Persian origin that was widely used for administrative and literary works in medieval India.

How does Nastaliq differ from the Naskh script?

Naskh is more vertical and legible for printing, while Nastaliq is more aesthetic, slanting, and artistic.

A. A Persian script used in medieval India

C. A cess levied by the Mughal rulers

D. A manual of code of conduct for the Ulemas

Medieval Indian Art (Calligraphy)

UPSC Archival Analysis

Exam Year

1996

Evidence Source

ID: ART_CAL_1996_29 Ref: The Mughal World by Abraham Eraly