Q. Why did the annexation of Bijapur and Golconda in 1686-1687 AD by Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb not significantly benefit the Mughal Empire?
Answer: These regions were too far from the Mughal capital, Delhi, making them hard to administer
Notes: Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb annexed Bijapur and Golconda in 1686-1687 AD. However, these additions did not considerably benefit the Mughal Empire. The main reason was the significant geographical distance of these territories from Delhi, the capital of the Mughal Empire, making efficient and effective administration challenging. The logistical difficulties of managing these far-flung regions outweighed any potential benefits, thereby diminishing the positive impact of these annexations on the Empire.

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