1668 in India

The year 1668 in India was marked by significant political and cultural developments amidst the backdrop of the Mughal Empire's consolidation and regional power struggles. The Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb, who ascended to the throne in 1658, continued to expand his dominion, focusing on the consolidation of territories in southern India. This period also witnessed intensified conflicts with regional kingdoms, such as the Marathas under Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, who was gaining prominence as a formidable adversary to Mughal authority. Concurrently, the year saw flourishing cultural interactions, with influences of Persian art and architecture permeating various regions. The complexities of regional autonomy and resistance during this time set the stage for significant historical shifts in the Indian subcontinent.