Other Regional Powers: Sikhs, Jats, and Rajputs
Students will explore the rise of other significant regional powers like the Sikhs, Jats, and various Rajput states, and their interactions with the declining Mughal Empire.
Key Questions
- Differentiate the factors that led to the emergence of the Sikh power in Punjab.
- Analyze the role of the Jats in challenging Mughal authority in the Delhi-Agra region.
- Compare the strategies employed by different Rajput states to maintain their autonomy.
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