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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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How Babur laid the foundation of Mughal Empire?
The mugal empire was founded by Zahir-Ud-din Muhammad babur.He was born in the year 1483 & died in 1530 . He won the battle of panipat by deafitng ibrahim lodhi (the last ruler of lodhi dynasty).And then captured Delhi and Agra.The second battle won by him was the battle of chausa. He gaved his thone to his elder son Humyun
Humayun had many rivals and his brothers also .One of his rval of shershah
humayun had losted the battle and didnt have shelter he wander her and their
he tooked help of afgan ruler and caputered delhi and agra .Because of sudden death of Sher shah .
at the age of 12 years,babur inherited the kingdom of Farghana,in Afganistan.he had ambitions of conquering his ancestral kingdom of Samarkand,but after three uncessful attempts,he return to Kabul,and become ruler in 1504.in 1526 babur entered india with a small but capable army and defeated the ruler Ibrahim Lodhi in the battle.Babur died at the age of 47 years and buried in Kabul.
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What are the achievements of the Mughal Empire?
During the reign of the Mughal Empire, there were many achievements, changes and influences. Some major achievements included:
-The success and advancing of Science and Astronomy in the Mughal Empire, under Emperor Humayun
-The flourishing of art, such as calligraphy
-The great architectural developments and achievements (eg. The building of the Taj Mahal, Badshahi Mosque, Agra Fortress, Lahore Fortress etc.)
-Music and literature became famous and widespread (eg. Sufi music was quite popular and well-known)
-The Mughal Empire was famous for its diverse mix of foods including Mughlai Plao, Akbari and Shah Jahani
Taj Mahal and Akbar bringing Hindus into the government of the Empire and reforming the unfair tax system.
Why was Jahangir's decision to sign a commercial agreement with the British a bad idea?
Mughal emperor Jahangir signed a commercial agreement with British East India Company and allowed them to establish trading posts in Surat and later on in Bombay, Calcutta and even Bengal. The company slowly monopolized trade in India and even expanded militarily. East India Company's forces crushed resistance from local rulers and grew in influence and power and eventually weakened the Mughal rule in sub-continent.
What two elements aided Akbar in gaining control of almost all of India?
I think one was a marriage of alliance with a rajput princess who's name has not been confirmed but recently has been thought to be Jodhaa. This allowed him to be in control of RAJPUTANA.
shahan jahan was a mughal emperor. He was the son of jahangir. he was born in Lahore . he married mumtaz mahal. His wife died while giving birth to her16th child. he constructed a monument in her memory. the TAJ MAHAL ,the praise of India. he was unhappy when he became old because first ly, his wife died. secondly , his son imprisoned him and wanted to built a black tajmahal. his tomb is kept in tajmahal.
What was Akbar's last victory?
Akbar's last conquest was of Ahmadnagar in 1596. Ahmadnagar was led by queen Chand Bibi.
Did shah jahan build the red fort?
Shah Jahan build umber of monuments. He was the one who build Red Fort.
Shah Jahan a Muguel Emperor was and is famous for building many historical sites .One of his famous buildings is the Taj Mahal . It is located in Agra, India. Shah had built this building for his beloved wife Momtaz Mahal . He built this after Momtaz's death to honor her . He loved her the most out of all his 4 wives.I hope this answered your question!
How many times babur invaded Delhi?
After the battle of Panipat, Babur captured Delhi and Agra immediately, 4th expedtions.
What are the monuments built by Babur?
Kabuli Bagh Mosque, Panipat Mosque, Jama Masjid, Babri Masjid are a few monuments built by Babur. Babur had constructed several Mosques, Tombs, Madrassas and beautiful gardens in every palace and provinces.
Kabuli Bagh Mosque,Babri Masjid
Why was shah jahan called as engineer king need perfect answer?
Because he built so many monuments in India including one of the best monuments which is Taj Mahal.
Where is shah jahan and mumtaz mahal buried?
Well, the coffins are in the octagonal main chamber. But the actual bodies are buried in a secret underground chamber.
Is Shah Jahan buried in the Taj Mahal?
The Taj Mahal was commissioned by Shah Jahan, but he neither designed it nor built it himself. Naturally, he would have employed the finest architects, designers, craftsmen and decorators to do the actual work.
Buland Darwaza was built by Mughal emperor Akbar to commemorate his victory over Khandesh in Gujarat and Ahmadnagar in the Deccan.
Did shahjahan really cut the hands of the labourers who worked on tajmahal?
Nobody knows the truth, eve
nthough some people say so.
Akbar
Built between 1565 and 1571 AD, it is said that the emperor Shah Jahan, who built the Taj Mahal, was imprisoned by his son Aurangzeb. The magnificent Agra fort, though started by Emperor Akbar, was completed by his grandson Shah Jahan.
Did Shah Jahan ever live in the Taj Mahal?
Never. Taj Mahal is the tomb of his favorite wife Mumtaz Mahal. But, Shah Jahan was also buried in the Taj Mahal.
Which emperor built the Taj Mahal for his tomb?
it wasn't built for any emperor. infact emperor shsh jahan built it for her queen mumtaz mahal.
Where was the red fort in India built?
The Red Fort was build as a capital for the great Mughal Empire
When was the Taj Mahal built after death of Mumtaz or before death?
Mumtaz Mahal was not alive when the Taj Mahal was built. When she died, she was buried in the Taj Mahal.
Why did Shah Jahan order the building of the Taj Mahal?
Shah Jehan only renovated the building, which was there for at least 1000 years, i.e., long before Shah Jehan.
Who built the Red Fort in Delhi?
Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan built the Red Fort in Delhi. It served as a residence to the Imperial Family of India and as the capital of the Mughals until 1857. It is now a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.
