Search results
In 1868, she was proclaimed heiress apparent to the Bhopal musnaid following the death of her grandmother, Sikander Begum and her mother's succession to the throne. In 1901, Sultan Jahan succeeded her mother at her death, becoming Nawab Begum of Dar-ul-Iqbal-i-Bhopal.
May 27, 2021 · Begum Sultan Jahan died on May 12, 1930 at the age of 71. She was known for ruling in the present with her eyes set on the future. Her progressive policies for women, at a time when they were shackled by the forces of patriarchy, have made her a feminist icon even today.
Between 1819 and 1926, four brave women ruled over the princely state of Bhopal. These were Kudsia Begum, Sikander Begum, Shah Jahan Begum and Sultan Jahan Begum. Despite opposition from powerful male claimants, the Begums stood firm and developed the state.
At 43-years-old, Sultan Jahan was the oldest Begum of Bhopal. Her years as the heir were spent in immense difficulty due to the tension between her and her mother. By the time of her reign, the court was divided in loyalty between Sultan Jahan and her mother.
Shahjahan Begum GCSI CI (29 July 1838 – 16 June 1901) was the Nawab Begum of Bhopal (the ruler of the Islamic principality of Bhopal in central India) for two periods: 1844–60 (her mother acting as regent), and secondly during 1868–1901.
In 1901, after the death of her grandmother Sikandar Begum and her mother Sultana Shah Jahan, Sultan Jahan became Nawab Begum of Dar-ul-Iqbal-i-Bhopal. Her reign lasted 25 years, and she was known for her contribution to development, education, and women’s health reforms.
Sultan Jahan Begum (1901-1926) Sultan Jahan, the oldest Begum of Bhopal, had a fairly successful reign while tackling the estate’s divided loyalty. She had a strained relationship with her mother, which did not interfere with her ability to oversee a successful administration.
