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What role does architecture play in Asian art, and how are the principles of traditional architectural design reflected in the sculpture and ceramics of different Asian cultures?

How do traditional Chinese art forms like calligraphy and ink painting reflect the cultural values and philosophies of Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism?

In what ways have modern Chinese artists integrated contemporary techniques and themes while still maintaining a connection to traditional art forms?

How did the Cultural Revolution impact the development and preservation of Chinese art, and what were some significant changes that occurred in its aftermath?

What role do symbolism and motifs play in Chinese art, and how are these elements utilized to convey meaning or tell stories within artworks?

How does Chinese landscape painting (shan shui) differ in its techniques and purpose from Western landscape painting traditions?

**What are the distinguishing features and motifs found in Mughal miniature paintings, and how do they reflect the cultural synthesis between Indian and Islamic artistic traditions?

2. **In what ways did Islamic architecture influence the development of temples, forts, and palaces in India, particularly during the periods of the Delhi Sultanate and the Mughal Empire?

3. **How did the art of calligraphy evolve in Islamic art, and what are some of the prominent scripts or styles used in Indian Islamic calligraphy?

4. **Can you discuss the role and significance of religious and philosophical themes in the sculptures and carvings of ancient Indian art, particularly in Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain traditions?