Question

Describe the causes of the decline of the Mughal empire. (Answer in context to class 8)

Answer 1

Answer:

The military campaign in the Deccan led by Aurangzeb ruined the Mughal empire financially. The invasions of Ahmad Shah Abdali, the ruler of Afghanistan/Persia/Iraq shattered the power and prestige of the Mughal empire.

Answer 2

According to the authors, the causes of the decline of the Mughal Empire can be grouped under the following heads: a) deterioration of land relations; b) emergence of regional powers as successor states; c) selfish struggle of nobles at the court; d) lack of initiative in modern weapons; e) lack of control over the kingdom.