Taj Mahal Essay

Empires

The Taj Mahal

1. The Taj Mahal was build as a mausoleum for his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal.

2. Europeans did restorative work on the Taj Mahal, but many Europeans stole jewels and other valuables from it's walls. They also “remodeled” the building during the same time as the restorative work.

3. Some Hindu nationalists believe that the Taj Mahal was built over a destroyed Hindu temple, therefore belonging to them. It is also believed that a famous Hindu architect ardently influenced the construction of the Taj Mahal.

Interview with Akbar

1. During Akbar's early life, religious narrow-mindedness was frowned upon, and religious tolerance were encouraged by the teachings of saints. This inclined Akbar to fervently believe in religious forbearance.

2. Akbar discussed about others' religious beliefs often. On many occasions, it became know to him that other religious people were intolerant of others religious beliefs. This ushered Akbar to form Din-i-Illahi, which not only did not discriminate against other religions, but provided ideas of peace and unity.

3. The semi-official religion would have worked well for the empire, by combining the beliefs of many faiths together which enforce a sense of consensus, if it were amply spread.

4.Yes, Din-i-Illahi could have been more extensively adopted.

5.Argent believers of other religions do not possess the religious tolerance such as Akbar. They would have opposed the unification of their beliefs with other religions. Also, many devout Muslims argued that Din-i-Illahi was blasphemy to Islam.

Aurangzeb: A Political History

1. Aurangzeb abandoned Akbar's policies for religious toleration, and alienated Hindus. Aurangzeb worked against Akbar, causing religious issues that Akbar stri...

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B. Shah Tahmasp

Tahmasp was the son of the founder of the Safavid dynasty, Isma'il. Tahmasp succeeded his father around the age of ten. He maintained his position, despite the many wars fought during his time. Many years after, he enforced military strengths, leading to the defeat of the Ottomans. Tahmasp brought upon peace and amiable relations with neighbors in the dynasty.

C. Akbar

Akbar “the Great” configured the organization of the military, leading to many successful military campaigns. Akbar was also notable for his religious policy. He was religiously tolerant, always curious of others' views on religion. Although not very popular, Akbar formed Din-i-Illahi, a religion consisting on ideas focused on unity and tolerance.