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Jan 1, 1526
Mughal rule in india
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Period: Jan 1, 1526 to
Beggining of Moghal rule
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Period: Jan 1, 1556 to
Akbar
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Mar 3, 1558
Akbar
Emperor Akbar ascended the Mughal throne at the age of 14. During his reign he enlarged his kingdom of Northern India, Afghanistan and Persia, and although he was a Muslim he had Hindus in his government. -
East india company is half world trade
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Jahangir
Jahangir was the son of Akbar, and ascended the throne after his father's death. Jahangir built the Shalimar Gardens in Kashmir, as well as many grand buildings and gardens in Lahore. He was the first Indian emperor to welcome an Englishman to the Mughal court -
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Jahangir (1605 -1627)
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european rivalry over india, trading posts established, and france and britain fought for dominance
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Shah Jahan
Shah Jahan was one of India's most able rulers. He was a brave and competent commander, and the Mughal Empire grew significantly during the course of his reign. He was also a generous master who treated his servants with respect, and a far-sighted leader with a strict sense of justice. -
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Shah Jahan (1628 -1666)
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Aurungzeb
Under Aurangzeb the Mughal Empire grew larger than ever. The Empire was involved in a series of costly wars at this time (including a war with the English). Aurangzeb did not support learning and the arts, although he did have the exquisite Moti (Pearl) Mosque built at Delhi, and the Badshahi (Imperial) Mosque built at Lahore. -
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Aurungzeb (1658 - 1707)
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Sepoy rebellion-britiah ina coperation rose up against britiain
