5. **What role did patronage play in the fusion and dissemination of Indian and Islamic art forms, and how did this patronage impact artistic production during the Delhi Sultanate and Mughal periods?
4. **How did the use of materials and techniques in traditional Indian art, such as stone carving and fresco painting, adapt to accommodate Islamic artistic preferences during the Mughal era?
2. **How did the development of mosques, madrasas, and other religious structures influence Islamic architectural styles in India, and what are some key examples of this influence?
**What are the defining characteristics of Mughal miniature paintings, and how do they reflect the cultural synthesis between Indian and Islamic artistic traditions?
5. **What influence did Persian artistic traditions have on Indian art forms during the medieval period, and how are these influences evident in specific works or architectural sites?
4. **How do the themes and motifs in miniature paintings from India reflect the fusion of Indian and Islamic cultural elements, particularly in the context of the Mughal Empire's patronage?
3. **In what ways did Hindu and Buddhist art forms in India contribute to the development of distinct artistic styles under Islamic rule, particularly during the Delhi Sultanate and Mughal periods?
