| Date | May 2017 | Marks available | 15 | Reference code | 17M.3op3.HL.TZ0.7 |
| Level | Higher level only | Paper | Paper 3 (History of Asia and Oceania) | Time zone | TZ0 |
| Command term | Evaluate | Question number | 7 | Adapted from | N/A |
Question
Evaluate the contribution of Babur and Humayun to the rise of Mughal power.
Markscheme
Candidates will make an appraisal of the contribution of both Babur and Humayun to the rise of Mughal power. Candidates may adopt a chronological approach that outlines the rule of Babur followed by that of Humayun and which may identify the wars fought to consolidate each of their power bases as well as the nature of each administration. Alternatively, candidates may choose a thematic approach and address the contribution of both rulers in areas such as power struggles, geographical supremacy and the cultural nature of Mughal rule. Candidates may offer a comparison of both men or they may identify a progression from one to the other, but the focus must be on the rise of Mughal power.
