INDIAN HISTORY

HISTORY

THE MUGHAL KINGS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What was the reasons for the decline of Mughal empire?
A
1 and 4
B
1, 3 and 4
C
2, 3 and 4
D
2 and 3
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Mughal empire declined due to many reasons. Aurangzeb’s long war in the Deccan strained the military and the financial resources of the empire. Also, the efficiency of the Mughal administration decreased. The later Mughal emperors could not control their powerful mansabdars.

Detailed explanation-2: -The religious fanaticism of Aurangzeb overshadowed his virtues. His reversal of Akbar’s policy of religious toleration resulted in weakening the entire structure of the Mughal empire. It led to several conflicts and wars in different parts of the country.

Detailed explanation-3: -Wars of Succession: Aurangzeb’s Policies: Weak Successors of Aurangzeb: Empty Treasury: Invasions: Size of the Empire and Challenge from Regional Powers: Rise of independent states in the 18th century:

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