Question

d. What weaknesses in the Mughal Army led to the decline of Mughals?
e. What policies of Aurangzeb lead to the decline of the empire?

Answer 1

Answer:

D.The successors of Aurangzeb were weak and became victims of the intrigues and conspiracies of the faction-ridden nobles. They were inefficient generals and incapable of suppressing revolts. The absence of a strong ruler, an efficient bureaucracy and a capable army had made the Mughal Empire weak.

E.The history of India, as well as of the world, has been divided into three periods: ancient, medieval and modern.

The death of Aurangzeb is believed to have marked the beginning of the modern period. This history is seen to conclude with the achievement of independence in 1947.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

d.The successors of Aurangzeb were weak and became victims of the intrigues and conspiracies of the faction-ridden nobles. They were inefficient generals and incapable of suppressing revolts. The absence of a strong ruler, an efficient bureaucracy and a capable army had made the Mughal Empire weak.

e. Three of Aurangzeb's policies which were responsible for the decline of the Mughal Empire: Costly, long drawn and ruinous Deccan campaigns. Numerous wars with the Sikhs, Marathas, Jats and Rajputs.