In what ways did the Mughal Empire contribute to the fusion of Indian and Islamic artistic traditions, and can you provide examples of architecture or paintings that exemplify this blend?
How have the artistic depictions of deities in Hindu and Buddhist art in India evolved over the centuries, and what materials and techniques have been commonly used?
What role did Persian influences play in the development of Islamic art, particularly in the fields of miniature painting and tilework, and how did these influences spread through the Islamic world?
**What are the main characteristics and themes commonly found in Mughal miniatures, and how did they reflect the cultural fusion between Indian and Islamic art traditions?
3. **In what ways did the art and architecture of the Delhi Sultanate influence the development of Indo-Islamic art, and what are some examples of this influence?
5. **What role did patronage by Indian rulers, such as the Mughals, play in the development of Islamic art in India, and how did it affect the production of artistic works during their reign?
**How do the architectural elements and decorative motifs in Islamic art, such as calligraphy and geometric patterns, reflect the cultural and religious values of the Muslim world?
