5. **How are traditional storytelling elements and cultural themes from India reflected in their comic books, and what impact have Indian comics had both domestically and internationally?
4. **In what ways have South American comic traditions, particularly those from Argentina and Brazil, contributed to the diversity of storytelling and themes in the comic book medium?
3. **What role do Korean manhwa play in the global comic culture, and what are some unique narrative or artistic qualities that distinguish them from manga and Western comics?
2. **How have French and Belgian comics, known as bande dessinée, influenced the global comic book industry, and what genres are most prevalent in this tradition?
**What are the main characteristics that define Japanese manga, and how do they differ from Western comic books in terms of storytelling and artwork styles?
5. **In what ways do independent and underground comic scenes worldwide challenge mainstream comic book narratives and push the boundaries of the medium?
4. **How do comics from Latin American countries reflect their cultural, social, and political contexts, and what distinct storytelling techniques do they employ?
3. **What role do Manhwa, the South Korean comic book tradition, play in the global comic book market, and how have webtoons contributed to its popularity?
