Which of the following describes a major difference between the safavid and mughal empires?
a. the mughal empire aggressively expanded its borders, while the safavid empire focused on defending itself.
b. the safavid empire’s military relied on gunpowder cannons, while the mughal military relied on advanced warships.
c. the mughal empire practiced religious tolerance, while the safavid empire oppressed religious minorities.
d. the safavid empire was controlled by sunni muslims, while the mughal empire was controlled by shia muslims.

The correct answer is C) the Mughal empire practiced religious tolerance while the Safavid empire oppressed religious minorities.

The option that describes a major difference between the Safavid and Mughal empires is the Mughal empire practiced religious tolerance while the Safavid empire oppressed religious minorities.

The Mughal o Mogul empire was founded in 1526 in South India. It extended during the 17 an 18th centuries. The Safavid empire ruled in Iran from 1501 to 1736 and is considered the empire that modernized Iran in the Middle East. A major difference between the Safavid and Mughal empires is the Mughal empire practiced religious tolerance while the Safavid empire oppressed religious minorities.