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Ottomans
Safavids
Mughals
This empires occupied modern day Iran
Safavid
This empire occupied modern day India
Mughal
This empire spanned across 3 continents
Ottoman
The capital city of this Empire was once named Constantinople
Ottoman
Instabul
strong armies/gunpowder
Islamic and ruled by Muslim leaders
well organized central govt’s
Blended their cultures with neighbouring countires
Achieved great wealth
Built long lasting architectural monuments
Established institutions
Established legal system
Infidel
In the Ottoman Empire, semi-autonomous religious communities were known as:
millets
The Ottomans practiced which type of Islam?
Sunni
The Safvids practiced which type of Islam?
Shi'a
He seized what is modernly known as the country of Iran, at only 12 years old, establishing Shi’a islam as the state's religion.
Isma’il
Which title would be given to an ancient Persian king?
Shah
In Ottoman society, MILLETS, were primarily composed of:
Chritian, Hindu, Jewish, Greek and Armenian societies
He was the leader of the Safavid during what was known as their golden age, he helped to establish a rich culture filled with various religious and ethnic perspectives.
Shah Abbas
The inhabitants of which Empire were the descendants of Ghengis Khan?
Mughals
What was a significant factor in Babur's victory at the Battle of Panipat?
the use of cannons and muskets
What was one of Akbar's strategies to consolidate Mughal power?
Establishing protections for peasants
Who were the Janissary ?
Elite group of 15-20000 loyal slaves of the Sultan
Conscripted young adolescent boys from Christian families who were taken to Istanbul, circumcised and converted to Islam
What was one of the reasons for the Mughal Empire's stability during its first 180 years?
Only six rulers during this period
Which architectural masterpiece was built during the Mughal Empire?
Taj Mahal
How did Akbar promote religious tolerance in his empire?
By hosting religious debates and marrying a Hindu bride
Who was the Mughal emperor known for his religious debates and architectural achievements?
Akbar
What role did the British East India Company play in the decline of the Mughal Empire?
It provided military support to regional leaders
Who took control of Bengal after the decline of the Mughal Empire?
British East India Company
What were the four causes of cultural blending under the Safavid Empire ?
1. migration
2. pursuit of religious freedom or conversion
3. trade
4. conquest