The Mughal Empire And Its Decline

Author : Andrea Hintze
Publisher : Variorum Publishing
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : History
ISBN : UOM:39015039886497

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The Mughal Empire and Its Decline by Andrea Hintze Pdf

The book examines major developments and recent trends in the historiography of the Mughal Empire and post-Mughal state systems. The aim is to integrate the research of the past twenty to thirty years in a theoretical framework in order to achieve a better understanding of the transition period of the late 17th and early 18th century in India. The book outlines organizational structures and power relationships in the Mughal Empire and accounts for the redistribution of power on the Indian subcontinent in the context of long-term stuctural change in the Indian Ocean region. Rather than signalling social stagnation and decay, the decline of the imperial order and the transformation of the political system appear to reflect a process in which the state dynamically adjusted to changes in Indian society and economy. By integrating new social groups and incorporating various new technical means of resources mangagement, the state significantly enhanced its organizational power and its capacity for social control.

Author : Meena Bhargava
Publisher : Debates in Indian History and
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : History
ISBN : 0198090560

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The Decline of the Mughal Empire by Meena Bhargava Pdf

The Mughal Empire is a fascinating mosaic in the history of India. The 'decline' of the Mughal Empire, along with its power, wealth, stability, territoriality, and exquisite and surreal character, has engaged historians for several decades in a complex and contentious debate. This volume explores the divergent views and discussions that surround the withering of this empire and focuses on the different paradigms and assumptions that have shaped the interpretations of this decline. A part of the Debates in Indian History and Society series, this volume tackles questions regarding the Mughal Empire. Was the decline a mere deterioration of power over a period of roughly thirty to fifty years or did the decentralizing tendencies of the empire become more apparent and aggressive during these particular years? Did the decline of the Mughal Empire lead to a 'dark age', or notwithstanding the decline and the political collapse of the centre, did the Indian economy and polity continue to flourish? This book will be of interest to students, teachers, and scholars of medieval and modern Indian history.

Author : Mahesh Vikram Singh,Brij Bhushan Shrivastava,Br̥jabhūshaṇa Śrīvāstava
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Mogul Empire
ISBN : 9380836805

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Decline of Mughal Empire by Mahesh Vikram Singh,Brij Bhushan Shrivastava,Br̥jabhūshaṇa Śrīvāstava Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2022
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9390379830

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Decline of Mughal Empire by Anonim Pdf

Author : Munis D. Faruqui
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 367 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2012-08-27
Category : History
ISBN : 9781139536752

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The Princes of the Mughal Empire, 1504–1719 by Munis D. Faruqui Pdf

For more than 200 years, the Mughal emperors ruled supreme in northern India. How was it possible that a Muslim, ethnically Turkish, Persian-speaking dynasty established itself in the Indian subcontinent to become one of the largest and most dynamic empires on earth? In this rigorous new interpretation of the period, Munis D. Faruqui explores Mughal state formation through the pivotal role of the Mughal princes. In a challenge to previous scholarship, the book suggests that far from undermining the foundations of empire, the court intrigues and political backbiting that were features of Mughal political life - and that frequently resulted in rebellions and wars of succession - actually helped spread, deepen and mobilise Mughal power through an empire-wide network of friends and allies. This engaging book, which uses a vast archive of European and Persian sources, takes the reader from the founding of the empire under Babur to its decline in the 1700s.

Author : Hourly History
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2020-06
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798637037292

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Mughal Empire by Hourly History Pdf

Discover the remarkable history of the Mughal Empire...For more than two hundred years, the Mughal Empire dominated the Indian subcontinent. It became one of the largest empires on the planet with an army of almost one million men at arms and an economy that was stronger than any other at the time. The Mughal Empire developed new art and architecture, and some of the things created during this empire are still regarded as iconic representations of India. Although most of its conquests were achieved through the application of military power, this was also a relatively liberal, pluralist empire which successfully assimilated people from varied cultural and religious background into a total population of over one hundred and fifty million. Perhaps that is surprising given that this empire originated with an invasion by nomadic Mongols from the north; the very first Mughal emperor was a direct descendent of both Genghis Khan and Tamerlane. Then, just when the Mughal Empire seemed to have become invincible, it disintegrated in an astonishingly short space of time. This book tells the story of how the Mughal Empire was able to achieve almost unimaginable power and wealth and how within the nature of that success were the elements which eventually tore the empire apart. This is the complex, exciting story of the rapid rise and even more rapid collapse of the mighty, colorful, vibrant, and complex Mughal Empire. Discover a plethora of topics such as The Emergence of Babur The Reign of Akbar the Great Consolidation and Glory Art, Architecture and Science in the Mughal Empire Decline of the Mughal Empire India Falls under British Control And much more! So if you want a concise and informative book on the Mughal Empire, simply scroll up and click the "Buy now" button for instant access!

Author : Rafeal Mechlore
Publisher : Prime Publicatins
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2023-09-29
Category : History
ISBN : 819661358X

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Mughal Empire's Rise and Fall by Rafeal Mechlore Pdf

The Mughal Empire, one of the most significant and influential empires in Indian history, witnessed a remarkable rise and a subsequent, gradual decline. Spanning from the early 16th century to the mid-19th century, the Mughal Empire's story is a tale of grandeur, cultural flourishing, and eventual decline. Rise: The rise of the Mughal Empire began with the establishment of the dynasty by Babur, a descendant of Genghis Khan and Tamerlane. In 1526, Babur's victory over Ibrahim Lodhi at the First Battle of Panipat laid the foundation for Mughal rule in the Indian subcontinent. Under the leadership of Akbar the Great, the empire reached its zenith during the 16th and early 17th centuries. Akbar's policies of religious tolerance, administrative reforms, and cultural patronage fostered an era of prosperity. The Mughals built magnificent monuments, including the Taj Mahal, and their cultural contributions left an indelible mark on India's history. Fall: The decline of the Mughal Empire can be attributed to a combination of internal and external factors. Aurangzeb's reign marked a turning point, as his religious conservatism and prolonged military campaigns strained the empire's resources. The empire faced external threats from the Marathas, Sikhs, and European colonial powers, particularly the British East India Company. The loss of economic control to the British, along with the exploitation of India's wealth, weakened the Mughals. By the mid-18th century, the empire had become a mere shadow of its former glory. The British deposed the last Mughal emperor, Bahadur Shah II, during the Indian Rebellion of 1857, effectively ending the empire. The fall of the Mughal Empire paved the way for British colonial rule in India. In retrospect, the rise and fall of the Mughal Empire is a complex narrative that encapsulates the ebb and flow of power, cultural efflorescence, and the impact of external forces. Despite its decline, the legacy of the Mughal Empire endures in India's rich cultural heritage, architecture, and historical memory, serving as a poignant reminder of a bygone era of splendor and sovereignty.

Author : Stanley Lane-Poole
Publisher : Legare Street Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2023-07-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1019419075

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Aurangzíb and the Decay of the Mughal Empire by Stanley Lane-Poole Pdf

This classic work examines the reign of Aurangzíb, the last great Mughal emperor, and the factors that contributed to the decline of the empire. The author provides a vivid portrait of Aurangzíb and his times, and explores the political, economic, and social issues that ultimately led to the fragmentation of the Mughal state. This book is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the history of India. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Sidney James Owen
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2008-06
Category : India
ISBN : 1436642582

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The Fall of the Mogul Empire by Sidney James Owen Pdf

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

Author : William Dalrymple
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : India
ISBN : 1526640635

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White Mughals by William Dalrymple Pdf

Author : Andrew de la Garza
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2016-04-28
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317245308

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The Mughal Empire at War by Andrew de la Garza Pdf

The Mughal Empire was one of the great powers of the early modern era, ruling almost all of South Asia, a conquest state, dominated by its military elite. Many historians have viewed the Mughal Empire as relatively backward, the Emperor the head of a traditional warband from Central Asia, with tribalism and the traditions of the Islamic world to the fore, and the Empire not remotely comparable to the forward looking Western European states of the period, with their strong innovative armies implementing the “military revolution”. This book argues that, on the contrary, the military establishment built by the Emperor Babur and his successors was highly sophisticated, an effective combination of personnel, expertise, technology and tactics, drawing on precedents from Europe, the Middle East, Central Asia and India, and that the resulting combined arms system transformed the conduct of warfare in South Asia. The book traces the development of the Mughal Empire chronologically, examines weapons and technology, tactics and operations, organization, recruitment and training, and logistics and non-combat operations, and concludes by assessing the overall achievements of the Mughal Empire, comparing it to its Western counterparts, and analyzing the reasons for its decline.

Author : Dr Kainikara
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 704 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2021-09
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9390917778

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From Indus to Independence - A Trek Through Indian History by Dr Kainikara Pdf

This is the eighth volume of the series on Indian history, From Indus to Independence: A Trek through Indian History and provides a narrative of the reign of the Imperial Mughals. The period analysed in this volume, 1526-1707, covers the rule of the first six Mughal emperors who have been traditionally referred to as the 'Great' or 'Imperial Mughals'. The Mughals invaded the sub-continent mainly because the first Mughal, Babur, a direct descendant of both Timur and Genghis Khan, was unable to craft a kingdom for himself in Central Asia after he had lost his patrimony in Fergana at a young age to his uncles. The first three emperors discussed in this book took the empire to its zenith of power, while the last two could be considered to have sown the seeds that led to its eventual weakening, degeneration and downfall. This book provides a detailed historical narrative of the events that transpired during the 181-years of Imperial Mughal rule. At the time of the death of Aurangzeb, the sixth Mughal, the empire encompassed almost the entire sub-continent, at least superficially. This chronicle also carries out an analysis of the successes and failures of the emperors, the role that religion played in establishing the Mughal Empire, as well as in its decline and decay. The book provides the reader with an in-depth understanding of the irrevocable and fundamental forces of history that combine to create, nourish and inevitably dismember empires.

Author : Paul Goalen
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 1992-10-22
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0521407818

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India by Paul Goalen Pdf

The expansion of the Mughal Empire throughout India during the 16th and 17th centuries is traced through its decline in the 18th century and the subsequent rise of the British Raj and its influence on India up to the mid-19th century.

Author : Sanu Kainikara
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 704 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2021-08
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9390917751

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From Indus to Independence - A Trek Through Indian History by Sanu Kainikara Pdf

This is the eighth volume of the series on Indian history, From Indus to Independence: A Trek through Indian History and provides a narrative of the reign of the Imperial Mughals. The period analysed in this volume, 1526-1707, covers the rule of the first six Mughal emperors who have been traditionally referred to as the 'Great' or 'Imperial Mughals'. The Mughals invaded the sub-continent mainly because the first Mughal, Babur, a direct descendant of both Timur and Genghis Khan, was unable to craft a kingdom for himself in Central Asia after he had lost his patrimony in Fergana at a young age to his uncles. The first three emperors discussed in this book took the empire to its zenith of power, while the last two could be considered to have sown the seeds that led to its eventual weakening, degeneration and downfall. This book provides a detailed historical narrative of the events that transpired during the 181-years of Imperial Mughal rule. At the time of the death of Aurangzeb, the sixth Mughal, the empire encompassed almost the entire sub-continent, at least superficially. This chronicle also carries out an analysis of the successes and failures of the emperors, the role that religion played in establishing the Mughal Empire, as well as in its decline and decay. The book provides the reader with an in-depth understanding of the irrevocable and fundamental forces of history that combine to create, nourish and inevitably dismember empires.

Author : William Wilson Hunter
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 792 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1886
Category : India
ISBN : UCAL:B4512520

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The Indian Empire by William Wilson Hunter Pdf