Which of the following supported the Mughal nobility's lavish lifestyle?
A) Tribute from the conquered peoples in central Asia provided the funds for extravagant buildings such as the Taj Mahal.
B) Foreign trade brought in silver that advanced the economy,which helped the nobility prosper.
C) Confiscatory taxation on farmers funded the Mughal military-based nobility.
D) Mughal nobles were entitled to collect a tithe from all non-Muslims.

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Foreign trade brought in silver that advanced the economy, which helped the nobility prosper. The Mughal nobility's lavish lifestyle was supported by the wealth brought in by foreign trade, particularly the trade of textiles and spices. This allowed them to accumulate immense wealth and build extravagant buildings such as the Taj Mahal.

Which of the Following Supported the Mughal Nobility's Lavish Lifestyle