4. **Can you explore the significance and symbolism of color in Indian art, particularly in relation to religious and cultural contexts, and contrast this with the use of color in Islamic art?
3. **What role do geometric patterns and calligraphy play in Islamic art, and how are these elements adapted in the architecture and decorative arts of regions in South Asia?
2. **In what ways did the Persian miniature painting tradition influence the development of Indian miniature art during the Mughal period, and what distinguishes the two styles?
**How does Mughal architecture exemplify the fusion of Indian, Persian, and Islamic artistic traditions, and what are some key examples of this synthesis?
5. **How have modern Asian artists incorporated traditional techniques and themes into contemporary art movements, and can you provide examples of artists who have successfully merged these elements?