4. **What role do patronage and religious institutions play in the creation and preservation of art in India, particularly in relation to temple architecture and sculpture?
5. **How has the art of countries in Southeast Asia, such as Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia, been influenced by their historical interactions with neighboring regions and colonial powers?
4. **In what ways have contemporary Asian artists blended traditional techniques and themes with modern artistic practices to comment on social and political issues in their countries?
3. **What is the significance of ukiyo-e in Japanese art, and how did it impact both the domestic art scene in Japan and international art movements such as Impressionism in Europe?
2. **How have religious influences, such as Buddhism, Hinduism, and Shintoism, shaped the development and stylistic elements of Asian art throughout history?
**What are the key characteristics and themes commonly found in traditional Chinese ink paintings, and how do they reflect the cultural and philosophical ideals of Confucianism and Taoism?
