Jahangir, Shah Jahan and Aurangzeb — Flashcards

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Prince Salim became the emperor after Akbar’s death in 1605 and took the title Jahangir. He continued his father’s policies and kept the empire united for some time.

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Jahangir is remembered for keeping good relations with the Rajputs, supporting art and painting, writing his autobiography Tuzuk-i-Jahangiri, and using the Chain of Justice for public complaints.

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Khusrau, Jahangir’s son, revolted against his father, occupied Lahore, but was defeated, captured, and imprisoned. Guru Arjan Dev was executed because he gave shelter to Khusrau in distress.

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Nur Jahan was Jahangir’s wife, earlier known as Mehrunnisa. She became very powerful in the court, coins were issued in her name, and she was given the title Badshah Begum.

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Nur Jahan became the virtual ruler of the state. Her father became chief diwan and her brother was appointed khan-i-saman. She influenced Jahangir, took part in court affairs, and had a special place …

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Secularism means neither favouring nor discriminating against any particular religion. Jahangir followed this policy and remained tolerant towards other religions.

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The Chain of Justice was a chain installed by Jahangir for people seeking justice. They could ring it to draw the emperor’s attention and present their grievance.

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Jahangir kept friendly relations with the Rajputs by using matrimonial alliances and appointing Rajput chiefs to high posts in the administration.