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Reign of Shah Jahan: Golden Age of the Mughul Empire | Indian History

In this article we will discuss about the reign of Shah Jahan and why it is called the golden age of Mughul empire. Many historians describe the reign of Shah Jahan as the golden age not only of the Mughul empire but that of entire medieval Indian history. But there are other historians who not only refuse to accept his [...]

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Reign of Shah Jahan | Mughul Dynasty | India

In this article we will discuss about the reign of Shah Jahan in India. Extension of the Empire: South India: The Mughuls attempted to conquer south India as part of their Imperial policy right from the reign of Akbar. Shah Jahan pursued the same policy. Besides, the states of south India provided shelter to the rebels against the Mughuls. Shah [...]

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Biography of Shah Jahan: Life, Accession and Monuments

Early Life: Shah Jahan whose early name was Khurram was one of the four sons of the Mughal emperor Jahangir. The other sons were Khusroo, Parvez and Shahariyar. Among the sons Khurram was most favorite of his father and grandfather Akbar. He was born on 5th January 1592 in Lahore. His mother Jagat Gosain or Jodha Bai was the daughter [...]

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