Aurangzeb's Deccan campaigns

Aurangzeb's Deccan campaigns were a series of military operations conducted in the late 17th century by the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb to expand his empire in southern India. Aimed at subduing powerful local kingdoms like the Marathas, he launched multiple campaigns over several years. His efforts were marked by both military success and significant resistance, leading to prolonged conflicts. The campaigns strained the Mughal treasury and military resources while inciting dissent among local populations. Ultimately, these efforts contributed to the weakening of the Mughal Empire in the long term, as they overextended Aurangzeb's administration and resources.