6 things you didn't know about Mughal Empire

The Mughal Empire was not solely Persian or Islamic; it was a fusion of Persian, Indian, and Central Asian cultures, with rulers often marrying Hindu princesses.

While the Taj Mahal is the most famous example, Mughal emperors were patrons of various art forms, including miniature painting, architecture, and literature.

Despite being Muslim rulers, some Mughal emperors practised religious tolerance, with Akbar famously promoting syncretic beliefs and abolishing the jizya tax on non-Muslims.

Babur, the first Mughal emperor, is credited with bringing gunpowder to India.

Under Akbar's reign, the Mughal Empire saw the introduction of a standardised currency system.

While Persian was the official language of the court, many Mughal emperors were proficient in multiple languages, including Turkish, Arabic, and various Indian languages.