What are a few characteristics associated with Mughal culture? A) Designed palaces based on a mandala B) Influenced by Persian cultureC) Illustrated books decorated with jewel-toned palettesD) The Taj MahalE) Fusion of Buddhism and Islam

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B, C, D

Like most Islamic groups from Central Asia, the Mughals were influenced by Persian culture. In India, Persian forms mingled with Indian elements to create a uniquely Indian form of Islamic art and architecture, as seen in the Taj Mahal. Illustrated books were a second great Persian artistic tradition. Indian painters absorbed the Mughal love of detail and jewel-toned palette, while retaining the decorative flatness and saturated color of earlier Indian manuscript painting.

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