2. **How has Islamic art influenced architectural styles in India, particularly in the construction of iconic structures like the Taj Mahal and the Qutub Minar?
**What are the distinguishing features of Mughal miniature paintings, and how did these artworks reflect the cultural and political landscape of the Mughal Empire in India?
How did miniature painting emerge and evolve in the Indian subcontinent under Mughal patronage, and what influences did it draw from Persian artistic traditions?
In what ways did trade routes, such as the Silk Road, facilitate the exchange and transformation of artistic techniques and motifs between Indian and Islamic art cultures?
These questions explore the richness and interconnectedness of Indian and Islamic art, highlighting both their unique characteristics and their points of intersection.?
5. **What role do geometric patterns play in both Indian and Islamic art, and how have they been integrated into various art forms such as textiles, ceramics, and architecture?
