Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 4 hours ago

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The Mughal Empire ruled much of South Asia from the 1500s to the 1700s, blending Persian, Indian, and Islamic cultures into a powerful and artistic dynasty. Known for leaders like Akbar the Great and Shah Jahan, the Mughals built legendary monuments such as the Taj Mahal. This episode explores how the empire rose to power, how it influenced art and architecture, and how it shaped the history of the Indian subcontinent.

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