Shah Jahan was unable to finish the construction of the Taj Mahal because
A. he died of smallpox.
B. his country was invaded by Afghan tribesmen.
C. his Mughal rule was interrupted by a Safavid invasion.
D. he was overthrown by his son Aurangzeb.
E. he was captured by the Ottomans while on a hunting trip.
Answer: D
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