Mughal Empire: Establishment and Akbar

What marked the end of the Delhi Sultanate and the rise of the Mughals?

Akbar became the Mughal emperor immediately after Babur's death.

Who served as Akbar's tutor and managed the Mughal empire's affairs initially?

Akbar's reign is notable for the _ of conquered territories, indicating a period of strengthened rule.

Which of the following was NOT a significant contribution or characteristic associated with Akbar's rule?

The Battle of Haldighati was fought between Akbar and Shivaji.

Name one of the cities or structures constructed during Akbar's reign that is still well-known today.

Akbar's eldest son, who continued his administrative system, was known as _.

Match the Mughal rulers with their key achievements or characteristics:

Which of the following best describes Nur Jahan's role during Jahangir's reign?

Shah Jahan ascended to the throne without any power struggles after Jahangir's death.

Name one of the famous architectural monuments constructed during Shah Jahan's reign.

Shah Jahan shifted the Mughal capital from Agra to _, marking a significant change in the empire's administrative center.

Which period is often referred to as the 'Golden Age of the Mughal empire' due to its cultural and architectural advancements?

Aurangzeb was known for his tolerant religious policies.

What action did Aurangzeb take against his own father, Shah Jahan?

Aurangzeb fought wars with the _, Marathas and Rajputs, expanding the Mughal empire but also facing resistance.

Which of the following factors contributed to the decline of the Mughal empire after Aurangzeb?

European trading companies had no impact on the decline of the Mughal empire.

Besides weak leadership, what internal factor contributed to the decline of the Mughal empire?

The weather condition of a place calculated for a long period of time is called _.

Which of the following factors does NOT directly affect the climate of a place?

Places closer to the poles generally experience hotter climates than places closer to the equator.

What causes Srinagar to be colder than Mussoorie in winter, despite both being in the Himalayas?

Hot and dry wind, called _, blows over many parts of northern India during summer.

How does the proximity to water bodies affect temperature in the southern part of India (Peninsula)?

The amount of water vapor in the air decreases before the rainy season.

What are the rain-bearing winds called that bring monsoon to India?

The coast of _ receives rainfall between October and December, due to a specific weather pattern.

What weather condition is often the result of receiving scanty rainfall during the monsoon season?

Autumn is characterized by cooler and more pleasant weather than summer or monsoon season.

Which months are typically the coldest in India?

During the winter months, the eastern coastal region receives rainfall due to the _ monsoon.

Which is NOT a season experienced in India?

Exhaustible resources are present in plenty and do not reduce in quantity even after continuous use.

Name one example of an 'inexhaustible' resource.

A large area of land thickly covered with trees and shrubs is called a _.

Which of the following is NOT listed as a type of forest present in India?

Forests do not help to keep the surrounding areas cool.

Name one type of tree associated with evergreen forests.

The trees in deciduous forests shed their leaves during the _ season.

Which forest type is characterized by trees with special roots that grow above the ground?

Manufacturing refers to the process of extracting raw materials directly from the earth.

What is the term for materials used to make finished goods?

When raw materials are changed into useful, finished goods in a specific place it is called an _.