How Did the Mughal Leaders Respond in the 1600s to the Arrival

question 62

Multiple Choice

How did the Mughal leaders respond in the 1600s to the arrival of the first Europeans, especially the British?

• A) The Mughals rose up in armed rebellion against the intruders.
• B) The Mughals converted the newcomers to Islam which reduced the possibility of conflict.
• C) The Mughals thought the foreigners were a significant threat but could not do anything about it.
• D) The Mughal paid no attention to the Europeans and concentrated on internal issues.
• E) The Mughals settled into a comfortable trade relationship with the Europeans.

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