The 'Mughal' empire's decline began after the death of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Mughal' empire's decline began after the death of:

A. Jahangir

B. Aurangzeb

C. Shah Jahan

D. Akbar

Answer: Option B

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After Aurangzeb's death in 1707, the empire gradually declined.

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