5. **What role did trade and cultural exchange along the Silk Road play in the development and transformation of artistic techniques and styles in both Indian and Islamic art traditions?
4. **How have Islamic calligraphy and geometric design been incorporated into Indian art and architecture, and what cultural exchanges facilitated this integration?
3. **In what ways did the Mughal Empire influence the development of art and architecture in India, particularly in integrating Islamic and Indian artistic traditions?
2. **What are some of the common motifs and themes found in Indian miniature paintings, and how do they differ from the themes in Persian or Islamic miniatures?
These questions aim to explore the rich and diverse traditions of Indian and Islamic art, examining their unique characteristics, historical development, and cultural significance.?
5. **What role did religious themes and iconography play in the development of Indian art, and how do they compare to the aniconic tradition in Islamic art?
4. **How did the introduction of Persian artistic influences impact Indian art during the medieval period, particularly in terms of manuscript illustration and calligraphy?