Exile

The intricate detail exhibited in Aziz's characterization by Foster is most prominent in the episode in the mosque. While the character's ties with Persian, poetry etc. was hinted at in the second chapter, Foster epitomizes the melancholy associated with Aziz's lament over the past glory. The serenity of a moonlit mosque with its black n white hues of calligraphy gel in perfectly with the character's monologue. The synchrony here is complete with 'a thousand Indias' echoing as one. The poignancy of the moment,  gives way to one if the moat interesting interactions of the novel. Mrs. Moore's entry and the subsequent exchange which follows sets roots for the interaction between the Muslim subjects and the liberal colonists.
Mrs. Moore, like Adela Quested and Mr. Fielding, emerges as a non conformist when compared to their fellow British. The aloof attitude exhibited by their companions at Cousin Kate etc. is a notable contrast to Mrs. Moore's exchange with Aziz. The underlying hostility which generally follows such exchanges is present when Aziz voices his disdain over wearing shoes in a mosque, yet the restrained conversation gradually fades. The liberal colonists' interest in the orient is evident in Mrs. Moore's appreciation for India. Moreover, a neutral perspective whereby exchanges are not tainted by orientalist preferences is also portrayed by Aziz's outburst over the arrogance of his colonial rulers. Mrs. Moore not only emerges as a patient listener but also shares some of his beliefs over English prejudices against the indians.
The most significant aspect of this interaction is the underlying theme of the entire novel. Given the political turmoil lacing the social interactions, can the colonizer and his subjects view each other as individuals rather than roles predefined by their power dynamics. The thin, old frail woman who wants to see 'real India' and the man with close ties to his land and culture despite the exilic nature of his surroundings: the dynamics established by Foster here are drastically reversed later in the text.