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Mughal Empire
The Mughal Empire was an Islamic empire that, at its height, ruled most of modern day India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. It lasted from 1526 to 1857.
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Emperor Humayun ruled from 1530 to 1540. His reign was briefly interrupted by the Sur Dynasty. However, in 1555, he re-established the Mughal Empire and ruled until 1556.
Red Fort (Agra) made by - Akbar
Red Fort (Delhi) made by - Shahajanh
Was the Mughal Empire just in India?
No. The Mughal Empire controlled lands that are now part of Afghanistan, Pakistan, Bangladesh, in addition to India.
What is baburs contribution in Indian history?
The origin of them is from central asia...
His famous battle was the first battle of panipet...
In which he defeated the last lodi dynasty emperor
Laying the foundation for the mugal dynasty
In which country the British replaced the Mughal Empire?
The British replaced the Mughal Empire in India.
Why is Shah Jahan's reign called the Golden Age of the Mughal Empire?
During the regin of Shah Jahan, there was undisturbed peace within the country. There were no foreign threats and Shah Jahan too devoted most of his time in maintaining peace and order in the country. Trade and commerce flourished bringing in lots of wealth. The land was fertile and revenue flowed into the treasury.
Shah Jahan carried out many works of public welfare. Roads, canals, bridges, sarais, etc., were constructed for the welfare of the people. Similarly, during the famine and plague he did a lot to relieve the people of their sufferings.
Shah Jahan had a natural love for magnificence, which was reflected in the buildings that he constructed. His reign is, in fact, called the Golden Age of the Mughal Architecture. One of the most important buildings constructed by him is the Taj Mahal, which was built in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal.
The Moi Masjid is also constructed in the Agra fort. It is made of white marble. The Musamman Burj also of white marble is the place in the fort from where Shah Jahan used to view the Taj during his last days when he was made a prisoner by his son Aurangzeb.
Shah Jahan built his father's mausoleum at Lahore (now in Pakistan).
After his beloved wife's death, Shah Jahan shifted his capital from Agra to Delhi. He founded a new city called Shahjahanabad. He constructed the Red Fort. It is built of red sandstone. Many important buildings like Diwan-i-Khas, Diwan-i-Aam and Rang Mahal are inside the fort. The famous peacock throne was kept here. The throne was studded within precious stones
Most important reason mughal empire collapse?
The most important reason was the arrival of the British. Already succession problems were resulting in the collapse of the huge empire. There was a crack in the Mughal Empire, and it was deepened by the arrival of the British as they took ultimate control, colonized India, and made their own laws and rules, finishing Mughal culture for good.
Who fought the second battle of panipat?
Second war of panipath was fought between Akbar and Hemu in 1556.
What items did the Mughal Empire trade?
They would trade things such as Hemp, for textiles, and oilseeds and other plants which should not be hard to find, but their two main crops were Sugarcane and Cotton.
How did Babur help the Mughal Empire to grow?
Babur, the founder of the Mughal Empire in India, played a crucial role in its expansion through military conquests and strategic alliances. He established a strong base by defeating Ibrahim Lodi at the First Battle of Panipat in 1526, which opened the door for Mughal dominance in northern India. Babur also implemented effective administrative reforms, promoting a centralized governance system that facilitated the integration of diverse cultures and regions. His legacy laid the foundation for his successors, particularly Akbar, to further expand and consolidate the empire.
What effect did Din-e-ilahi leave on people?
some people joined din i llahi and most muslims didnot like some rules of din i llahi
Akbar invaded and ruled India around the 1560's. he was born in 1542 and took the better half of two decades to conquer India.
What methods did Akbar use to unify and control the Mughal empire?
He used things like Religous tolerance he respected the Hindu religon by banning the eating of cows which is part of the hindu religon and he had lots of trade connections which helped him to bring things from all over the world .
Divine Faith
Did the Mughal Indians use guns and cannons?
Yes. Babur the first emperor brought the technology with him, its one of the reasons he managed to defeat Ibrahim Lodi's much bigger army at Panipat to win Delhi.
