Akbar was an imperialist. He frankly declared and desired to pursue the policy of extension of the empire. He FELT it necessary even for the security of his territories. He expressed- “A monarch should be ever intent on conquest, otherwise his enemies rise in arms against him.” Akbar, therefore, engaged himself in wars of conquest all through his life. He largely succeeded.His empire extended from Kabul in the west to Bengal in the east and from Kashmir in the north to Vindhyas in the south. He had initiated his conquest of southern India and partially succeeded before he died. Yet, he conquered the ENTIRE north India and consolidated it under his administration.The Kingdom of the Deccan in the 16th Century1. Malwa:The first conquest of Akbar was that of Malwa. Baz Bahadur, the ruler of Malwa was fond of fine arts, particularly of dance and music. He was neglectful towards the affairs of the state and kept himself engrossed in romance with his talented MISTRESS Rup Mati. Akbar despatched Adham Khan to conquer Malwa. Baz Bahadur faced the Mughul army TWENTY MILES ahead of his capital, Sarangpur, but was defeated and he fled away.