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</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</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</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

    <p>Textiles</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    What was a significant cultural achievement of the Mughal Empire?

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

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

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

    What contributed to the decline of the Mughal Empire?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    What was a significant scientific achievement of the Mughal Empire?

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

    What was a primary import of the Mughal Empire?

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

    What was a significant cultural achievement of the Mughal Empire?

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

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