Asaf Jahis (1724 -1948)
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Who was the founder of the Asaf Jahi dynasty and when did he establish his rule?
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Nizam ul Mulk, also known as Mir Qamar-ud-din Khan or Asaf Jah I, founded the Asaf Jahi dynasty. He established independent rule in 1724 after defeating Mubariz Khan in the Battle of Shakkar Khed, mar…
What were the titles held by Nizam ul Mulk?
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Nizam ul Mulk held several titles including Chin Lich Khan (given by Aurangzeb), Fateh Jung, Nizam-ul-Mulk, and Asaf Jah (awarded by Mughal Emperor Muhammad Shah). These titles reflected his military …
Why did Nizam ul Mulk leave Delhi and move to the Deccan?
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Nizam ul Mulk disliked the political intrigues in Delhi, especially his rivalry with Zulfikar Khan. After being sidelined in Mughal politics, he sought independence and moved to the Deccan to establis…
What was the significance of the Battle of Shakkar Khed?
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The Battle of Shakkar Khed in 1724 was fought between Nizam ul Mulk and Mubariz Khan, the then Subedar of Deccan. Nizam's victory established his authority in the Deccan and marked the beginning of th…
What is meant by Chauth and Sardesmukhi, and why did Nizam ul Mulk fight over them?
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Chauth was a tax of one-fourth of the revenue collected by Marathas from regions they influenced, while Sardesmukhi was an additional 10% claimed as the right of the Maratha leader. Nizam ul Mulk foug…
Who were Nasir Jung and Muzaffar Jung, and what caused their conflict?
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Nasir Jung was the son of Nizam ul Mulk and succeeded him in 1748. Muzaffar Jung was his nephew and rival. Their conflict arose over succession. The British supported Nasir Jung, while the French back…
Compare the roles of the British and French in the conflicts between Nasir Jung and Muzaffar Jung.
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The British supported Nasir Jung to gain political influence in the Deccan, while the French, under Dupleix, backed Muzaffar Jung. This rivalry mirrored the larger Anglo-French competition in India. T…
What happened to Muzaffar Jung after being crowned Subedar of the Deccan?
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Muzaffar Jung was crowned Subedar of the Deccan by the French in Pondicherry in 1751. However, he was assassinated near Kadapa (Lakkireddypally) the same year by Nawab Ruhimmat Khan of Kurnool, who fe…
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