In what ways has Indian art been influenced by Islamic artistic traditions, particularly in the use of calligraphy, geometric patterns, and vegetal designs?
What are the common themes and motifs found in Islamic art, and how do these themes manifest in Indian Islamic architecture such as in mosques and mausoleums?
How did the Mughal Empire influence the development of both Indian and Islamic art, and what are some key architectural and artistic examples from this period?
5. **What role do calligraphy and geometric patterns play in Islamic art, and how have these elements been integrated into Indian artworks influenced by Islamic culture?
2. **How did the architecture of Islamic India, such as the Qutub Minar and the Taj Mahal, incorporate traditional Indian elements while adhering to Islamic architectural principles?
**What are the distinguishing features of Mughal miniature paintings, and how do they reflect the fusion of Indian, Persian, and Islamic artistic traditions?