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How did the decline to the Mughal empire affect European traders?European traders ____
A
set out guidelines for governing the North American colony
B
in the region were able to build a trading empire in Asia
C
engaged in free trade
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Mughal Empire was perfectly situated between east and west, and as such it became a pass through via the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean or by land via the Silk Road for all those wishing to trade. Rice, textiles, tobacco, and metals were some of the items exported by the empire.

Detailed explanation-2: -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-3: -Answer: The Mughal Empire began trading with European nations: Portugal, England, and the Netherlands by establishing coastal ports on the Indian subcontinent to compete for Indian Ocean trade.

Detailed explanation-4: -Weak Successors: Degeneration of the Mughal Nobility: Aurangzeb’s Religious persecution of the Hindus: Demoralization of the Mughal Army: Economic Bankruptcy: Invasions: Size of the Empire and Challenge from Regional Powers: Aurangzeb’s Deccan Policy: More items

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