This painting depicts a scene from the "Mahajanaka Jataka", a Buddhist tale about Prince Mahajanaka's perseverance and spiritual journey. The ladders represent his ascension, while the divine figures, including the goddess Manimekhala, highlight his rescue and eventual triumph. This type of artwork, often found in Buddhist murals like those in the Ajanta Caves, emphasizes moral virtues such as patience and endurance, using vibrant colors and intricate details to illustrate the prince's path to enlightenment.
