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Among the many digitised artefacts are 3D scans and models of the Taj Mahal; tranches of ancient manuscripts from the Vatican Library; satellite observations of Earth from space; and Norway's treasured painting, the Scream, by Edvard Munck.

“They’re like our reality TV parents,” says “visionary artist” Akemi, who would like to look as psychedelic as her paintings, says to visiting friend, Taj, and they do indeed look upon the younger subjects with a kind of parental fondness.

Ani Taj’s choreography, like every element of the production, makes the most of its minimalist means.

The family is also set to visit the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra city on Wednesday before flying to the US the next day.

Vance’s visit will also include a bit of softer diplomacy, with the vice president’s family set to make stops at cultural sites in Jaipur and in Agra, home of the Taj Mahal.