How did the trade routes between the Islamic world and the Indian subcontinent contribute to the development of decorative arts, such as textiles, ceramics, and metalwork?
How did the introduction of Persian techniques and motifs shape Indian art during the Sultanate and Mughal periods, and what enduring impacts can be seen in contemporary Indian art today?
In what ways have Indian artists incorporated Islamic decorative elements into their works, and how has cultural exchange between these two traditions been visible in historical art pieces?
How have religious narratives and themes been depicted in Indian and Islamic art, and what role do iconography and symbolism play in these artistic traditions?
What are the significant differences and similarities between Indian traditional art forms, such as miniature painting, and Islamic artistic traditions, such as calligraphy and geometric patterns?
How did the Mughal Empire influence the development of both Indian and Islamic art, and what are some key characteristics of Mughal painting and architecture?
