5. **How are traditional storytelling elements and cultural themes from India reflected in their comic books, and what impact have Indian comics had both domestically and internationally?
4. **In what ways have South American comic traditions, particularly those from Argentina and Brazil, contributed to the diversity of storytelling and themes in the comic book medium?
3. **What role do Korean manhwa play in the global comic culture, and what are some unique narrative or artistic qualities that distinguish them from manga and Western comics?
2. **How have French and Belgian comics, known as bande dessinée, influenced the global comic book industry, and what genres are most prevalent in this tradition?
**What are the main characteristics that define Japanese manga, and how do they differ from Western comic books in terms of storytelling and artwork styles?
How do the publishing formats (such as serialized magazines, tankōbon volumes, and webtoons) impact the consumption and distribution of manga and Asian comics?
