Aurangzeb and the Decline of Imperial Patronage
Investigate the changes in Mughal art during Aurangzeb's reign, including the decline of imperial patronage and the dispersal of artists.
Key Questions
- Predict how Aurangzeb's conservative policies impacted the themes and styles of Mughal painting.
- Analyze the reasons for the dispersal of Mughal artists to regional courts.
- Evaluate the long-term consequences of reduced imperial patronage on the quality and quantity of Mughal art.
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