Prelims · 1 Ancient & Medieval India · 1.8.1 Mughal empire: rulers

1.8.1.7 Aurangzeb: Deccan policy and religious policy

Aurangzeb (1658-1707) took the Mughal empire to its widest extent through Deccan conquests, but a 26-year war in the south and a stricter religious policy strained the state.

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Key terms

  • Aurangzeb
  • Alamgir
  • jizya
  • Deccan
  • Bijapur
  • Golconda
  • Sambhaji
  • muhtasib
  • Satish Chandra

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