The Mighty Mughal Empire

Mughal Empire Foundations

• Babur, a descendant of Timur and Genghis Khan, is regarded as the founder of the Mughal Empire.
• The empire extended in the west to the regions of modern-day Afghanistan and parts of Persia.

Key Battles and Support

• Babur enlisted the help of artillery experts and military strategists, employing aid from Ottoman and Persian forces to achieve victory over Ibrahim Lodi at the First Battle of Panipat in 1526.

Historical Context

• The establishment of the Mughal imperial structure is often dated to 1526, marking the beginning of significant changes in Indian governance and culture.

Expansion of the Empire

• The Mughal Empire reached its peak geographical extent during the reign of Aurangzeb in the late 17th century, encompassing large parts of the Indian subcontinent.

Test your knowledge about the Mughal Empire's vast territorial reach and historical significance in South Asia with this quiz. Explore key aspects of its empire, from its western borders to the eastern regions, and learn about its impact on present-day India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan.