How did the Mughal Empire contribute to the development of a distinctive style in Indian art, and what are some key characteristics of Mughal art and architecture?
How have geometric patterns and calligraphy been utilized in Islamic art, and what are some examples of these elements found in Indian Islamic architecture?
How does the depiction of human and animal forms in Indian art differ from that in Islamic art, particularly considering the Islamic aniconic tradition?
How does the use of calligraphy in Islamic art reflect religious and cultural values, and what are some of the most revered scripts and calligraphers in this tradition?
In what ways have Hindu temples and their sculptures represented religious narratives and mythologies through art in India, and how has this evolved over time?
How have Islamic and Indian art forms interacted and influenced each other historically, particularly during periods of cultural exchange such as the Delhi Sultanate and the Mughal Empire?