Mughal art and architecture: Decline under Aurangzeb

Under the orthodox Aurangzeb (1659–1707) the decline of the arts began, although his ornate Pearl Mosque (1662) at Delhi is worthy of mention. During his reign the Mughal academy was dispersed. Many artists then joined Rajput courts, where their influence on Hindu painting is clearly evident.

See Indian art and architecture.

Sections in this article:

• Introduction
• Decline under Aurangzeb
• Shah Jahan
• Jahangir
• Achievements under Akbar
• Humayun
• Bibliography

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