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The Mughal Empire: how important was violence to the Mughal conquests in India?

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The foundation of the Mughal Empire

I can explain how the Mughal Empire was founded.

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Early Mughal rule

I can explain the methods used by Emperor Humayun to gain control over India.

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1 Worksheet

2 Quizzes

1 Video

Akbar the Great

I can assess Akbar the Great's contribution to Mughal expansion.

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1 Worksheet

2 Quizzes

1 Video

Governance and religious policy under Akbar

I can explain the importance of Akbar’s religious policies and the ways in which he governed the Mughal Empire.

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1 Worksheet

2 Quizzes

1 Video

The Mughal empire in the 17th century

I can explain the development of the Mughal Empire during the 17th century.

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1 Video

Mughal rule in India

I can assess the factors responsible for Mughal conquests in India during the 16th and 17th centuries.

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2 Quizzes

1 Video

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