Humayun's heir, Akbar was only thirteen years old when he became king. But he survived to become the greatest of Mughal emperors. By the time of his death in 1605 AD, the Mughal empire had expanded from central India to Kashmir, and included Sind and Rajasthan.

		Mughal Miniature painting showing Akbar

	Coins from the Mughal period

Akbar's rule stands out due to his conciliatory policies towards the non-Muslims, his religious reforms, and his efficient administrative system.

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