4. **In what ways have Indian miniature paintings depicted historical and mythological narratives, and what techniques do artists typically use to create such detailed works?
3. **What role does calligraphy play in Islamic art, and how is it integrated into various forms of artistic expression, such as architecture and ceramics?
2. **How did the Mughal Empire influence Indian art and architecture, and what are some prominent examples of this fusion of Indian and Islamic artistic styles?
**What are some of the key characteristics and motifs commonly found in traditional Indian art, and how do they reflect the cultural and religious diversity of the region?
How has the preservation and conservation of historic Indian and Islamic art been approached in modern times, and what challenges are faced in protecting these cultural legacies?
How did the use of geometric patterns and calligraphy become such prominent features in Islamic art, and how are they represented in Indian Islamic structures like mosques and palaces?
What role did patronage play in the flourishing of art during the Sultanate and Mughal periods in India, and how did royal patronage impact the spread and evolution of Islamic art in the region?
