India has been very well known for several of its traditions, artistic and cultural heritage. The Jain and Buddhist traditions of painting are the roots from which many branches of Indian art have developed. Indian miniatures from ages have also been a source of joy millions of people all over the world.

Miniature painting flourished from the beginning of the 16th century A.D. to the mid-19th century A.D. in different schools e.g. Pala, Jain Central Indian, Rajasthani, Pahari Mughal, deccan and Bengal school.

Pala Style

Jain Style

Apbhransh Style