Multiple choice

The loss of Kandhar was a big blow to the Mughal Empire from the view point of

  1. natural resources

  2. buffer territory

  3. communication

  4. strategic stronghold

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Shahjahan recovered Kandhar in 1638 from the Iranians but lost it again in 1649 despite three campaigns. The loss of Kandhar was a big blow as it was a strategic stronghold.