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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?

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?

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?

How has the influence of Zen Buddhism shaped traditional Japanese art forms like sumi-e and ikebana?

In what ways did the Edo period (1603-1868) contribute to the development of ukiyo-e, and how did this art form reflect the culture and society of the time?

What are the characteristics and significance of Japanese nihonga painting, and how does it differ from Western-style yōga painting?

How have Japanese artists, such as Yayoi Kusama and Takashi Murakami, contributed to contemporary art on a global scale?

What role do traditional Japanese crafts, such as ceramics and lacquerware, play in the preservation and evolution of Japanese cultural heritage?

How do traditional art forms in Southeast Asia reflect the cultural and religious diversity of the region, particularly in countries like Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam?

What are some distinguishing characteristics of Oceanic art, and how do they vary across different island cultures in the Pacific, such as those in Papua New Guinea, Fiji, and Hawaii?