Exploring the Mughal Empire

What is a famous example of Mughal architecture?

• Red Fort

• Hawa Mahal

• Taj Mahal

• Fatehpur Sikri

Who was the first Mughal Emperor?

• Shah Jahan

• Aurangzeb

• Akbar

• Babur

What was the main source of income for the Mughal Empire?

• Trade tariffs

• Agriculture

• Textile production

• Mining

Which art form flourished during the Mughal period?

• Mughal poetry

• Mughal music

• Mughal painting and architecture

• Mughal sculpture

What was a key military strategy used by the Mughals?

• Relying solely on naval power.

• Engaging in guerrilla warfare tactics.

• Use of light infantry and archers.

• Use of heavy cavalry and artillery.

What factors contributed to the decline of the Mughal Empire?

• Weak leadership, internal strife, economic difficulties, rise of regional powers, and British colonial expansion.

• Cultural renaissance

• Increased agricultural productivity

• Strong military alliances

What was the role of women in Mughal social life?

• Women were only responsible for agricultural work and had no political involvement.

• Women held important roles in Mughal society, influencing both domestic and political spheres.

• Women were not allowed to participate in any social activities outside their homes.

• Women were primarily confined to the household and had no influence on society.

How was the Mughal political system structured?

• The Mughal political system was a centralized autocracy led by the emperor, supported by a hierarchy of nobles and a bureaucratic administration.

• A decentralized system with local rulers having full autonomy.

• A theocratic system led by religious leaders.

• A military dictatorship with no bureaucratic structure.

Which language became prominent during the Mughal era?

• Persian

• Sanskrit

• Arabic

• English

What was the significance of the Taj Mahal in Mughal culture?

• A military fortress built to protect the Mughal Empire.

• A marketplace for trading spices and textiles.

• A religious temple dedicated to Hindu deities.

• The Taj Mahal symbolizes love, beauty, and the pinnacle of Mughal architecture.