Introduction Despite the slow pace of development in science and technology, there were some major achievements that took place, such as the introduction of new crops, plants and fruits in India. Many of these came from Europe, particularly from Portugal. The Mughals also began the cultivation of central Asian fruits in India, from the time of Babur. Tobacco, pineapple, cashew nuts, and potatoes were America's most important crops and fruits. (Tobacco contributed to the sprea