One of the most enduring monuments to Muslim history in the world, the Taj Mahal, was built during the rule of the Mughal Empire. Learn more about the Mongolian and Persian history of the Mughal Empire, including the historical relationship between Indian Hindus and Muslims before the 1757 arrival of the British East Indian Company, in a Crash Course World History video.

Concepts

the mughal empire, the mongols, ancient india, muslim history

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Encourage learners to research the Sikh presence in Indian history
• Assign small groups to choose a leader mentioned in the video, such as Akbar or Aurangzeb, and design a poster that represents that leader's influence and philosophy

Classroom Considerations

• Narration moves quickly, which will engage some learners but disorient others; consider pausing periodically to catch viewers up
• Makes a dated reference to President Obama in a joke about ruling a declining empire
• Comment section is open to the public

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Provides thoughtful insight on the Mughal empire, particularly on Aurangzeb and his reputation as a poor leader
• Addresses the role of the Mughals in modern Indian nationalism

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RH.9-10.2 RH.9-10.3 RH.9-10.4 RH.9-10.9 RH.11-12.2 RH.11-12.3 RH.11-12.4 RH.11-12.9