8 Questions
The Mughal Empire was founded by ______ in 1526.
Babur
The Mughal Empire expanded rapidly under ______ the Great (1556-1605).
Akbar
The Mughal administrative system was based on ______ (ranking system) and jagirdari (land grants).
mansabdari
Akbar promoted ______, a syncretic religion, during his reign.
Din-i-Illahi
Shah Jahan built the ______ Mahal, Red Fort, and other architectural wonders.
Taj
Aurangzeb was the last great Mughal ruler, expanding the empire to its greatest extent, but facing challenges from ______ and Sikh rebels.
Marathas
The decline of the Mughal Empire began in the ______ century due to internal conflicts, regional rivalries, and external pressures.
18th
The Mughal Empire eventually fragmented into smaller kingdoms and was eventually replaced by ______ colonial rule.
British
Study Notes
Mughal Empire (1526-1756)
Founding and Expansion
- Founded by Babur, a Central Asian ruler, in 1526
- Mughal Empire was a Muslim empire that ruled much of Indian subcontinent, including present-day Pakistan
- Expanded rapidly under Akbar the Great (1556-1605), who conquered many regions, including Punjab and Sindh
Key Features
- Blend of Islamic, Persian, and Indian cultures
- Administrative system based on mansabdari (ranking system) and jagirdari (land grants)
- Development of arts, architecture, and literature, including Urdu language
- Religious tolerance, with Akbar promoting Din-i-Illahi (a syncretic religion)
Notable Mughal Rulers
- Akbar the Great (1556-1605): expanded empire, promoted tolerance and cultural development
- Shah Jahan (1628-1658): built Taj Mahal, Red Fort, and other architectural wonders
- Aurangzeb (1658-1707): last great Mughal ruler, expanded empire to its greatest extent, but faced challenges from Marathas and Sikh rebels
Decline and Legacy
- Decline began in 18th century due to internal conflicts, regional rivalries, and external pressures
- Mughal Empire eventually fragmented into smaller kingdoms and was eventually replaced by British colonial rule
- Legacy: Pakistani culture, architecture, and language continue to be influenced by Mughal era, with many historic sites and monuments remaining popular tourist attractions
Mughal Empire (1526-1756)
Founding and Expansion
- Mughal Empire was founded by Babur, a Central Asian ruler, in 1526
- The empire was a Muslim empire that ruled much of Indian subcontinent, including present-day Pakistan
- Akbar the Great expanded the empire rapidly from 1556-1605, conquering many regions, including Punjab and Sindh
Key Features
Culture and Administration
- The Mughal Empire was characterized by a blend of Islamic, Persian, and Indian cultures
- The administrative system was based on mansabdari (ranking system) and jagirdari (land grants)
- The empire saw significant development of arts, architecture, and literature, including the emergence of Urdu language
- Akbar promoted religious tolerance, introducing Din-i-Illahi, a syncretic religion
Notable Mughal Rulers
- Akbar the Great (1556-1605) expanded the empire, promoted tolerance and cultural development
- Shah Jahan (1628-1658) built iconic monuments, including the Taj Mahal and Red Fort
- Aurangzeb (1658-1707) expanded the empire to its greatest extent, but faced challenges from Marathas and Sikh rebels
Decline and Legacy
- The Mughal Empire began to decline in the 18th century due to internal conflicts, regional rivalries, and external pressures
- The empire eventually fragmented into smaller kingdoms and was eventually replaced by British colonial rule
- The Mughal era continues to influence Pakistani culture, architecture, and language, with many historic sites and monuments remaining popular tourist attractions
This quiz covers the founding and expansion of the Mughal Empire, a Muslim empire that ruled the Indian subcontinent from 1526 to 1756. Learn about its key features, administrative system, and cultural blend.
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