The Mughal Empire
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Who founded the legendary Mughal Empire in India in 1526?
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Zahir-ud-din Babur
Explanation
Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi at the First Battle of Panipat in 1526.
Which battle established Babur's control over Delhi and northern India?
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First Battle of Panipat
Explanation
The 1526 First Battle of Panipat marked the birth of the Mughal Empire.
Who is considered the greatest consolidation ruler of the Mughal Empire?
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Jalal-ud-din Akbar
Explanation
Akbar expanded the empire, introducing secular policies and tax reforms.
Which Mughal Emperor constructed the world-famous Taj Mahal in Agra?
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Shah Jahan
Explanation
Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal.
Which Mughal Emperor ruled for nearly 49 years until 1707?
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Aurangzeb Alamgir
Explanation
Aurangzeb expanded the empire to its maximum geographic territorial extent.
Who was the last official reigning Mughal Emperor of India?
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Bahadur Shah Zafar
Explanation
Bahadur Shah Zafar was deposed by the British after the War of 1857.