Gr 10 History Ch 1.3: Mughal (India) 1526 to 1858
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Who founded the Mughal Empire in 1526?

  • Akbar
  • Shah Jahan
  • Humayun
  • Babur (correct)

What was the linguistic blend that facilitated administration and cultural synthesis?

  • Hindi
  • Urdu (correct)
  • Arabic
  • Persian

What was the social hierarchy of the Mughal Empire?

  • Emperor, peasants, traders, and artisans
  • Nobles, peasants, traders, and artisans
  • Nobles, emperor, peasants, and traders
  • Emperor, nobles, peasants, and artisans (correct)

What was the status of women in the Mughal era?

<p>Varied significantly, with noblewomen enjoying privileges (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the Mughal Empire known for in terms of economy?

<p>Hub of economic activity with robust tax collection (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Babur known for, beyond his military prowess?

<p>His contributions to culture as a poet and writer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the Mughal Empire's stance on religious tolerance?

<p>Tolerance towards various religious communities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Mughal Empire in Indian history?

<p>It was the largest empire in Indian history (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the key exports of the Mughal Empire?

<p>Textiles (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary source of imports for the Mughal Empire?

<p>Gold and silver (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant cultural achievement of the Mughal Empire?

<p>Creation of the Taj Mahal (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What marked the end of the Mughal sovereignty and the rise of British colonial dominance?

<p>The annexation of significant portions of India by 1857 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a major factor in the decline of the Mughal Empire?

<p>Internal strife and external challenges (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant achievement of the Mughal Empire in the field of science?

<p>Pioneering work in astronomy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What facilitated extensive trade with Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia during the Mughal Empire?

<p>Major ports along the Indian coast and riverborne trade routes on the Ganges (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was a key import of the Mughal Empire?

<p>Gold and silver (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant scientific achievement of the Mughal Empire?

<p>Establishment of major observatories and advancements in astronomy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the cultural significance of the Taj Mahal?

<p>A symbol of eternal love built by Shah Jahan (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What contributed to the decline of the Mughal Empire?

<p>External challenges and internal strife (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the British East India Company's actions in India?

<p>The annexation of significant portions of India by 1857 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary factor that contributed to the Mughal Empire's political stability and economic growth?

<p>Meritocracy and mechanisms for public grievances (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the Mughal Empire's cultural synthesis?

<p>Linguistic blend of Persian, Arabic, and Hindi (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary characteristic of the Mughal Empire's administrative system?

<p>Highly centralized and merit-based (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary occupation of the vast populace in the Mughal Empire?

<p>Peasants, traders, and artisans (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary challenge faced by the majority of women in the Mughal Empire?

<p>Social restrictions like child marriage and purdah (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary factor that contributed to the Mughal Empire's economic growth?

<p>Robust tax collection system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Mughal Empire's creation?

<p>Marked a significant shift in South Asian history (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary characteristic of the Mughal Empire's religious policy?

<p>Promotion of religious tolerance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the Mughal Empire's ability to create a centralized administrative system?

<p>Meritocracy and mechanisms for public grievances (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What led to the Mughal Empire's significant cultural achievements?

<p>The introduction of Urdu as a linguistic blend (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of the Mughal Empire's economic growth?

<p>A robust internal trade network (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of the Mughal Empire's social hierarchy?

<p>A feudal system with a clear hierarchy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was an outcome of the Mughal Empire's religious policy?

<p>Religious tolerance and coexistence (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a challenge faced by the majority of women in the Mughal Empire?

<p>Social restrictions like child marriage and purdah (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant aspect of Babur's governance model?

<p>Mechanisms for public grievances and meritocracy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Mughal Empire in Indian history?

<p>It marked a significant shift in South Asian history (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary function of the observatories established by the Mughals?

<p>To study and make significant advancements in astronomy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary consequence of the British East India Company's actions in India?

<p>The annexation of significant portions of India by 1857 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary characteristic of the Mughal Empire's trade with Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia?

<p>It was extensive and involved the exchange of various goods (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary contribution of the Mughal Empire to the field of architecture?

<p>The creation of iconic structures such as Humayun’s Tomb and the Taj Mahal (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary factor that contributed to the Mughal Empire's decline?

<p>Internal strife and external challenges (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary significance of the Taj Mahal in the context of the Mughal Empire?

<p>It was a symbol of eternal love built by Shah Jahan (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What facilitated the Mughal Empire's extensive trade with Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia?

<p>Major ports along the Indian coast and riverborne trade routes on the Ganges (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant scientific achievement of the Mughal Empire?

<p>Advancements in astronomy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a primary import of the Mughal Empire?

<p>Gold and silver (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What marked the end of the Mughal sovereignty and the rise of British colonial dominance?

<p>The annexation of significant portions of India by 1857 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant cultural achievement of the Mughal Empire?

<p>The creation of the Taj Mahal (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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