How has the use of geometric patterns and arabesques in Islamic art contributed to the aesthetic and spiritual dimensions of their artworks across different cultures?
In what ways did Islamic art evolve as it spread across different regions, such as Persia, the Arab world, and the Indian subcontinent, and what elements remained consistent?
What are the unique features of miniature paintings in Indian art, and how do these works reflect the cultural and historical contexts in which they were created?
How do geometric patterns and arabesques in Islamic art convey spiritual and philosophical themes, and what are some common motifs used in these designs?
How did the interaction between Hindu and Islamic cultures in India manifest in art and architecture, particularly during the period of the Delhi Sultanate and the Mughal Empire?
3. **In what ways did the Indus Valley Civilization influence the development of Indian art, and what are some notable examples of its artistic contributions?
4. **How do the themes and techniques of miniature paintings in Indian art differ between the Rajput and Mughal schools, and what were their respective cultural influences?
