Mughal Empire

Question 1

Mughal Empire

Answer 1

empire in the Indian subcontinent that ruled from 1526 to 1857.

founded by Babur and reached its peak under the reign of Akbar the Great.

Question 2

Babur

Answer 2

Babur was the founder of the Mughal Empire.

descendant of both Genghis Khan and Timur

established the empire in 1526 after defeating the Delhi Sultanate.

Question 3

Humayun

Answer 3

2nd Mughal Emperor

Nasir al din Mohammad

Laid foundation of Mughal art

Developed the first citadel (fort) in Dehli

Question 4

Akbar

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the third Mughal emperor who ruled from 1556 to 1605.

policy of religious tolerance and for promoting art and culture

created Mansabdari system

created Deen e Ilahi

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Jahangir

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fourth Mughal emperor who ruled from 1605 to 1627.

Noor ud Din / Salim

Created a Chain of Justice so anyone can ring its bells and directly complain to the emperor

Tuzu e Jahangiri talked extensively about Animals and birds

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Shah Jahan

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fifth Mughal emperor who ruled from 1628 to 1658.

He is known for building the Taj Mahal in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal.

Question 7

Aurangzeb

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sixth Mughal emperor who ruled from 1658 to 1707.

He expanded the empire’s territory

implemented strict Islamic policies

Re-introduced Jizya tax

high taxes