Gr 10 History Ch 2.1: What made European expansion possible?

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What was the status of women in ancient India?

They had the same status as men

They were not allowed to own land

They had a lower status

They had a higher status (correct)

What was facilitated by the Mughal Empire's centralized administration?

Social unrest

Political instability

Economic decline

Political stability and economic growth (correct)

What was the significance of the Ganges River and overland routes?

They were necessary for military campaigns

They were significant for cultural exchange

They were important for agriculture

They were crucial for long-distance trade (correct)

What was notable about the Mughal period in terms of cultural and scientific achievements?

It was a golden age Signup and view all the answers

What was remarkable about the seamless celestial globe?

It was created using a secret wax casting method Signup and view all the answers

What is Mughal architecture renowned for?

Its grandeur and aesthetic beauty Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Taj Mahal?

It was a monument to love and architectural excellence Signup and view all the answers

What weakened the Mughal Empire by the end of the 17th century?

Internal strife, administrative inefficiencies, and continuous warfare Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Battle of Plassey in 1757?

The British secured control of the wealthy Bengal province Signup and view all the answers

What did the Mughal Empire leave a lasting mark on?

Indian history Signup and view all the answers

Who was the founder of the Mughal Empire?

Babur Signup and view all the answers

What was the administrative system of the Mughal Empire like?

Highly centralized with the emperor at the apex Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary role of the nobles in the Mughal Empire?

To maintain private armies and own vast tracts of land Signup and view all the answers

What was the religious landscape of the Mughal Empire?

A minority Muslim dynasty ruling over a majority Hindu population Signup and view all the answers

What was the social hierarchy of the Mughal Empire like?

A hierarchical system with the emperor at the top Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of the 'untouchables' in the Hindu caste system?

They performed the most menial and polluted tasks Signup and view all the answers

What was the military strength of the Mughal Empire like?

A large standing army with elephants, cavalry, and artillery Signup and view all the answers

What was the status of women in Mughal India?

Varied widely depending on the region and social class Signup and view all the answers

What was the origin of the Mughal Empire?

From the Uzbekistan region in Central Asia Signup and view all the answers

What was the cultural significance of Babur's personal code?

It set a cultural tone for his successors, emphasizing elegant gardens Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary role of the Subedar in the Mughal Empire?

To govern the provinces or subahs Signup and view all the answers

What was the social hierarchy of the Mughal Empire like?

A hierarchical society with the emperor at the apex, followed by nobles, and then peasants Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Mughal Empire's military strength?

It showcased their military prowess, with a large standing army, including elephants, cavalry, and artillery Signup and view all the answers

What was the relationship between the nobles and the peasants in the Mughal Empire?

The nobles were responsible for collecting taxes from the peasants Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Hindu caste system on social interactions in the Mughal Empire?

It created a rigid social hierarchy, with 'untouchables' performing the most menial tasks Signup and view all the answers

What was the general nature of religious coexistence in the Mughal Empire?

There was a relatively peaceful coexistence of different faiths Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant aspect of women's lives in the Mughal period?

They could own land and engage in business Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Indian Ocean for the Mughal Empire?

It was a route for trade with Southeast Asia and the Middle East Signup and view all the answers

What was the contribution of Persian artists and architects to Mughal architecture?

They influenced local styles and contributed to the creation of world heritage sites Signup and view all the answers

What was the Mughal school of painting characterized by?

Richly illustrated scenes of court life and battles Signup and view all the answers

What led to the weakening of the Mughal Empire by the end of the 17th century?

Continued warfare and administrative inefficiencies Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the British East India Company's establishment of trading posts in India?

The British East India Company secured control of the wealthy Bengal province Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Taj Mahal in Mughal India?

It was a symbol of love and architectural excellence Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Indian Rebellion of 1857?

The British Crown took direct control of India Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Mughal Empire's tax collection system?

It was very efficient and bolstered economic activities Signup and view all the answers

What was the Mughal Empire's legacy in terms of cultural and scientific achievements?

It contributed significantly to Indian cultural and scientific heritage Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary role of the Subedar in the Mughal Empire?

To govern a province or subah Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Babur's personal code?

It set a cultural tone for his successors Signup and view all the answers

What was the social hierarchy of the Mughal Empire like?

The emperor was at the top, followed by the nobles Signup and view all the answers

What was the relationship between the nobles and the peasants?

The nobles owned vast tracts of land, and the peasants worked on it Signup and view all the answers

What was the Hindu caste system characterized by?

A rigid hierarchy dictating social interactions and occupational roles Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Mughal Empire's military strength?

It was strong, showcasing elephants, cavalry, and artillery Signup and view all the answers

What was the nature of religious coexistence in the Mughal Empire?

There was a degree of religious tolerance, allowing for coexistence Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the administrative system in the Mughal Empire?

It was highly centralized, with the emperor at the apex Signup and view all the answers

What practice became common during the Mughal period, despite women being able to own land and engage in business?

Purdah Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Indian Ocean for the Mughal Empire?

It was a hub for international trade Signup and view all the answers

Who was responsible for building the Taj Mahal?

Shah Jahan Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Battle of Plassey in 1757?

The British secured control of the Bengal province Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Mughal Empire's standardized currency?

It facilitated economic growth Signup and view all the answers

What was the Mughal school of painting characterized by?

It was a blend of Indian and Persian styles Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Ganges River and overland routes?

They were important for international trade Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of Persian artists and architects in Mughal architecture?

They influenced local styles and contributed to the creation of world heritage sites Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the British East India Company's establishment of trading posts in India?

The British gradually annexed Indian territories Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Mughal Empire's efficient tax collection system?

It facilitated economic growth and activities Signup and view all the answers

What was a unique feature of the Mughal Empire's trade network?

Well-developed internal trade network and strategic ports along the Indian coasts Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant achievement of the Mughal period in science?

Discovery of the seamless celestial globe Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Taj Mahal?

A symbol of love and architectural excellence Signup and view all the answers

What led to the decline of the Mughal Empire?

Internal strife, administrative inefficiencies, and continuous warfare Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the British East India Company's establishment of trading posts in India?

Gradual annexation of Indian territories by the British Signup and view all the answers

What was a unique aspect of Mughal architecture?

Merger of Persian and Indian styles Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of noblewomen in Mughal India?

They received better education and engaged in artistic pursuits Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the River Ganges and overland routes in the Mughal Empire?

They were crucial for long-distance trade in the Indian Ocean Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Indian Rebellion of 1857?

The British Crown took direct control of India Signup and view all the answers

What was a common practice that restricted women's freedom in Mughal India?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary factor that contributed to the Mughal Empire's effective governance and efficient tax collection?

Centralized administrative system Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was a characteristic of the Hindu caste system in the Mughal Empire?

Rigid social hierarchy with no social mobility Signup and view all the answers

What was the cultural significance of Babur's personal code in the Mughal Empire?

It set a cultural tone for his successors Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary role of the Subedar in the Mughal Empire?

To govern the provinces or subahs Signup and view all the answers

What was the nature of the relationship between the nobles and the peasants in the Mughal Empire?

The nobles collected taxes from the peasants who worked the land Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Mughal Empire's military strength?

It showcased the empire's military prowess, including elephants, cavalry, and artillery Signup and view all the answers

What was the general nature of religious coexistence in the Mughal Empire?

There was a high degree of religious tolerance Signup and view all the answers

What was the origin of the Mughal Empire?

The Mughal Empire originated from the Uzbekistan region in Central Asia Signup and view all the answers

Gr 10 History Ch 2.1: What made European expansion possible?

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What was the status of women in ancient India?

What was facilitated by the Mughal Empire's centralized administration?

What was the significance of the Ganges River and overland routes?

What was notable about the Mughal period in terms of cultural and scientific achievements?

What was remarkable about the seamless celestial globe?

What is Mughal architecture renowned for?

What was the significance of the Taj Mahal?

What weakened the Mughal Empire by the end of the 17th century?

What was the outcome of the Battle of Plassey in 1757?

What did the Mughal Empire leave a lasting mark on?

Who was the founder of the Mughal Empire?

What was the administrative system of the Mughal Empire like?

What was the primary role of the nobles in the Mughal Empire?

What was the religious landscape of the Mughal Empire?

What was the social hierarchy of the Mughal Empire like?

What was the role of the 'untouchables' in the Hindu caste system?

What was the military strength of the Mughal Empire like?

What was the status of women in Mughal India?

What was the origin of the Mughal Empire?

What was the cultural significance of Babur's personal code?

What was the primary role of the Subedar in the Mughal Empire?

What was the social hierarchy of the Mughal Empire like?

What was the significance of the Mughal Empire's military strength?

What was the relationship between the nobles and the peasants in the Mughal Empire?

What was the impact of the Hindu caste system on social interactions in the Mughal Empire?

What was the general nature of religious coexistence in the Mughal Empire?

What was a significant aspect of women's lives in the Mughal period?

What was the significance of the Indian Ocean for the Mughal Empire?

What was the contribution of Persian artists and architects to Mughal architecture?

What was the Mughal school of painting characterized by?

What led to the weakening of the Mughal Empire by the end of the 17th century?

What was the outcome of the British East India Company's establishment of trading posts in India?

What was the significance of the Taj Mahal in Mughal India?

What was the outcome of the Indian Rebellion of 1857?

What was the significance of the Mughal Empire's tax collection system?

What was the Mughal Empire's legacy in terms of cultural and scientific achievements?

What was the primary role of the Subedar in the Mughal Empire?

What was the significance of Babur's personal code?

What was the social hierarchy of the Mughal Empire like?

What was the relationship between the nobles and the peasants?

What was the Hindu caste system characterized by?

What was the significance of the Mughal Empire's military strength?

What was the nature of religious coexistence in the Mughal Empire?

What was the significance of the administrative system in the Mughal Empire?

What practice became common during the Mughal period, despite women being able to own land and engage in business?

What was the significance of the Indian Ocean for the Mughal Empire?

Who was responsible for building the Taj Mahal?

What was the outcome of the Battle of Plassey in 1757?

What was the significance of the Mughal Empire's standardized currency?

What was the Mughal school of painting characterized by?

What was the significance of the Ganges River and overland routes?

What was the role of Persian artists and architects in Mughal architecture?

What was the outcome of the British East India Company's establishment of trading posts in India?

What was the significance of the Mughal Empire's efficient tax collection system?

What was a unique feature of the Mughal Empire's trade network?

What was a significant achievement of the Mughal period in science?

What was the significance of the Taj Mahal?

What led to the decline of the Mughal Empire?

What was the impact of the British East India Company's establishment of trading posts in India?

What was a unique aspect of Mughal architecture?

What was the role of noblewomen in Mughal India?

What was the significance of the River Ganges and overland routes in the Mughal Empire?

What was the outcome of the Indian Rebellion of 1857?

What was a common practice that restricted women's freedom in Mughal India?

What was the primary factor that contributed to the Mughal Empire's effective governance and efficient tax collection?

Which of the following was a characteristic of the Hindu caste system in the Mughal Empire?

What was the cultural significance of Babur's personal code in the Mughal Empire?

What was the primary role of the Subedar in the Mughal Empire?

What was the nature of the relationship between the nobles and the peasants in the Mughal Empire?

What was the significance of the Mughal Empire's military strength?

What was the general nature of religious coexistence in the Mughal Empire?

What was the origin of the Mughal Empire?

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