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Kings And Chronicles : The Mughal Courts
Describe the living conditions of the common people in the Mughal period.
Lower class or common men:
Peasants, workers, urban artisans, servants, lower servants, small traders and shopkeepers comprised this category. Contemporary Persian authors have not elaborated on life status or social position of this category.
Economic condition of common man was not sound. The condition of workers was more deplorable. They were paid low wages and also subjected to forced labour. According to Moreland, “In several parts of the country, full-sized garments were not worn. Their diet was also very simple. They also consumed rice, pulse, khichri, fish, chapatis etc. The position of petty shopkeepers was a bit better than that off peasants and workers. But they also feared from government servants.”
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What were the distinctive features of the Mughal nobility? How was their relationship with the emperor shaped?
Identify the elements that went into the making of the Mughal ideal of kingship.
Find out more about any one Mughal chronicle. Prepare a report describing the author, and the language, style and content of the text. Describe at
least two visuals used to illustrate the chronicle of your choice, focusing on the symbols used to indicate the power of the emperor.
Prepare a report comparing the present-day system of government with the Mughal court and administration, focusing on ideals of rulership, court rituals, and means of recruitment into the imperial service, highlighting the similarities and differences that you notice.
Why did Akbar abolish the pilgrimage tax? Give two reasons.
Mention the significance of Sijda in the Mughal court.
What was the form of greeting an ambassador was expected to offer while being presented before the Mughal emperor?
Mention the main objective of Akbar behind Jharokc Darshan.
Who is considered as the Great Mughal? Describe his two achievements.
How was Mughal dynasty came to an end in India?
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