In this article we will discuss about the reign of Aurangzeb in India. Theory of Kingship: Religious Intolerance and Its Results: In one of his letters to his father, Aurangzeb wrote- "It is clear to your Majesty that God Almighty bestows His trusts upon one who discharges the duty of cherishing his subjects and protecting the people. Sovereignty signifies protection [...]
The Rise of Regional Powers after the Death of Aurangzeb! The Marathas: With the burial of Aurangzeb Alamgir was also buried the glory and prestige of the Mughal Empire. Dismemberment of the empire began and the Marathas who were the most formidable of the Hindu powers made a bid for supremacy. Despite 'all the struggles and schemes, the campaigns and [...]
This article throws light on the six successors of Aurangzeb: They are. 1. Bahadur Shah 2. Jahandar Shah 3. Farrukhsiyar 4. Rafi-ud-Darajat, Rafi-ud-Daulah 5. Muhammad Shah 6. Ahmad Shah, Aziz-ud-din, Alamgir II, Shah A lam, Akbar II, Bahadur Shah TI. 1. Bahadur Shah (1707-12): Both Muazzem and Azam hurried towards Agra on hearing the news of their father's death; Muazzem [...]