Question

What was a major difference between the Mughal and Ottoman empires?

A. The Mughal Empire controlled its territories with a powerful
military, while the Ottoman Empire relied on economic domination
to manage its empire.
O B. The Mughal Empire prospered by trading with western Europe,
while the Ottoman Empire intentionally isolated itself from the rest
of the world
C. The Mughal Empire declined because of its persecution of non-
Muslims, while the Ottoman Empire declined because of
economic and military weakness.
O D. The Mughal Empire allowed Christian slaves to hold prominent
positions, while the Ottoman Empire reserved positions of
authority for Muslims.

Answer 1

C. The Mughal Empire declined because of its persecution of non-

Muslims, while the Ottoman Empire declined because of

economic and military weakness.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Mughal Empire declined largely due to political and economic reasons, however the traditional narrative is still heavily pushed in some curriculums.

Answer 2

C.

Explanation: This is the answer your lesson is looking for, but the actual answer itself is based upon very outdated histiography. The Mughal Empire declined largely due to political and economic reasons, however the traditional narrative is still heavily pushed in some curriculums.