Pakistan Studies 2059 · O Level · Location of administrative areas and cities

Location of administrative areas and cities — practice question

This question concerns the Mughal Empire. Examine the sources (Insert) closely and then answer the questions that follow.
(a)[3]

According to Source A, which policies do some historians argue helped to make the Mughal Empire increasingly unstable by the time of Aurangzeb’s death?

(b)[5]

What does Source B reveal about Mughal rule in India?

(c)[7]

Explain why the Hindu community disapproved of the Jizya tax.

(d)[10]

‘The Maratha rebellions were the main cause of the decline of the Mughal Empire after the death of Aurangzeb.’ How far do you agree with this statement? Explain your answer.

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