![]() The capital city of Dhaka was a thriving metropolis, and advancements in technology and industrialization took place.Īs the powers of the Mughal empire declined, local leaders became more powerful and Bengal became more autonomous. In the 16th century, the rulers of the Mughal empire conquered Bengal and ruled it as one of their wealthiest and most important provinces. From the mid-1300s until 1576, the region was united under an independent Bengal sultan, which led to economic prosperity in the region, and widespread tolerance for a range of different religions. ![]() These rulers originated from a variety of regions, including Turkey and Afghanistan. The dominance of an Islamic faith in the region was accelerated in the 13th century when Muslim rulers took control of the region. Islam was introduced into the region in the 6th and 7th centuries AD, and was gradually adopted over time. The dominant religion also fluctuated between Hinduism and Buddhism. Various rulers and dynasties held power at different times, leading to slight shifts in territorial borders. In ancient times, the eastern region of the Indian subcontinent was known as the kingdom of Bengal. ![]() The modern nation of Bangladesh has a long history, which is referenced in various ways in Monica Ali's novel.
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