Mughal empires

Babur

1526-30, a brilliant warrior and won the battle of panipat marking the start of the Mughal empire. Lived in great luxury but spent too much money and by the time he died the Mughal treasuries were empty.

Humayan

1530-40 1555-1556, he was a weak military leader and faced challenges to his rule by his 3 half brothers. Lost control of empire in 1540 and was sent to exile for 15 years. Came back and took control of his empire in 1555. He set an administrative system and gained support

Akbar

1556-1605, ruled for 49 years and never allowed anyone to challenge his rule. A great warrior and expanded the empire top more than half of India! Created a tax system and built a large wealth. But taxed people too hard and was only 13 when he claimed

Jahangir and Mur Jahan

1605-27 Mur Jahan was a determined women and co-ruled the Mughal empire. It was a very peaceful reign and Jahangir devoted his reign to art. Mughal paintings reached new heights. Jahangir was a drug and alcohol addict and only aded a little territory to the empire

Shah Jahan

1627-57 defeated his rivals and ruled for 30 years. Very clever and extended empire to the north and south making it richer too. There was a violent struggle for the throne and he only donated a small amount of money to people suffering from famine

Aurangzeb

1657-1707 great military leader, deeply religious and hard working. Avoided drinking a drugs. Empire reached its greatest extent but he paraded his brothers headless body and imprisoned his dying father, was a ruthless leader. He also banned music plus gambling. Became less tolerant over the years and caused deep divisions