Multiple choice

One reason for conflict between the Ottoman & Safavid empires was that

  1. the Safavids tried to convert Ottomans to Hinduism

  2. the Ottomans aided the Qajars against the Safavids

  3. the Safavids wanted to take over the Ottoman silk trade

  4. the Ottomans despised the Safavids as heretics
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Explanation

The Ottoman Empire was predominantly Sunni Muslim, whereas the Safavid Empire established Shia Islam as its state religion. This religious divide led to deep-seated hostility, with the Ottomans viewing the Shia Safavids as heretics. This doctrinal conflict fueled several military confrontations between the two neighboring empires.

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