Mughals
noun as in strong fondness
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Example:The Mughal dynasty was known for its architectural marvels, such as the Taj Mahal.
Definition:A line of emperors who ruled the Mughal Empire from 1526 to 1858.
Example:Mughal rule had a significant impact on the art, culture, and architecture of the Indian subcontinent.
Definition:The period of governance by the Mughal emperors over a large part of the Indian subcontinent.
Example:The Mughal Empire was one of the largest and most powerful empires in the Islamic world during its height.
Definition:The historical empire that was founded in the early 16th century and ruled parts of the Indian subcontinent until the mid-19th century.
Example:Many Gurkhas served with distinction in the British Army, including those of Mughal descent.
Definition:A collection of diverse ethnic groups associated with military service in Nepal and formerly in the British Indian Army and the armies of the Princely states of British India, including many who claim Mughal ancestry.
Example:The red sandstone and white marble of the Mughal architecture at the Red Fort in Delhi stand out against the blue skies of Old Delhi.
Definition:Referring to the style of art, architecture, and design produced during the Mughal Empire, characterized by grand mosques, forts, and palaces with a blend of Indian, Persian, and Islamic architectural features.
Example:Mughal culture saw the flourishing of miniature painting, which depicted life under the patronage of the Mughal emperors.
Definition:The cultural and artistic expressions produced during the Mughal Empire, including painting, music, literature, and culinary arts, which blended Islamic, Indian, Persian, and Central Asian influences.
Example:Mughal patronage allowed artists and architects to flourish and create many of the enduring works of art and architecture in India.
Definition:Support and sponsorship of the arts, literature, and architecture by the Mughal emperors.
Example:Mughal cuisine includes dishes such as biryanis, kebabs, and naan, which are now popular across the Indian subcontinent.
Definition:A style of preparing and cooking food that has evolved under the influence of the Mughals and their diverse cultural and religious practices.
Example:The Mughal administrative system included a well-defined hierarchy of officials and a postal network.
Definition:The governance structure and organization of the Mughal Empire, which was centralized and influenced by Persian administrative practices.
Example:The Mughal economy was known for its agricultural productivity, particularly in the cultivation of cotton, sugar, and other crops.
Definition:The economic system of the Mughal Empire, which included agriculture, trade, and commerce.
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