The famous Jama Masjid of Delhi, officially called the Masjid-i-Jahan Numa, was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. Its construction began in 1644 and was completed in 1658. It remains one of the largest and most magnificent mosques in ...
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Sher Shah died during the Kalinjar campaign in 1545. While besieging the strong fort of Kalinjar, he was severely burned when an ulla (a type of fire missile) he was directing against the fort exploded prematurely in the gunpowder pile ...
Emperor Jahangir made this statement, reflecting his profound and deeply personal passion for painting. His reign is considered the zenith of Mughal miniature painting. Jahangir was a true connoisseur who maintained a sophisticated imperial studio, fostering remarkable realism and naturalistic ...
Babur first used the renowned Tulughma policy in the First Battle of Panipat in 1526 against the forces of Ibrahim Lodi. This Ottoman-inspired tactic involved a complex formation where the army’s flanks were able to swiftly circle and envelop the ...
Raja Todarmal, Akbar’s finance minister, implemented major land revenue reforms. He introduced systematic land measurement, surveyed agricultural areas and fixed revenue based on fertility. His system, called Todarmal Bandobast, ensured fairness and efficiency. It became the foundation of Mughal revenue ...