Dr.Mazhar Naqvi
The above painting was done by a non-Muslim Sewak Ram.He has depicted ,a Muharram Scene of Patna, the capital of Bihar province of India.It is evident from the painting that Muharram was observed with great solemnity by all sections of society and even women used to take part in the processions.The painting also clarifies that there has not been much change in the design and structure of Tazia and Alams(standards).A number of devotees are also seen observing the ceremony from a nearby mound with reverence.Considering the population of Patna in 1807, the number of people shown in the painting are quite large in number.There are no Burqa clad Muslim women but presence of Hindu women is exhibited.The painting proves that Muhammad was observed in early colonial India by Muslims and Hindus alike.(Reference available on request-Photo Courtesy Google Images)
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