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Imperial Seal. Muhi al-Din Muhammad ( c. 1618 – 3 March 1707), commonly known as Aurangzeb ( Persian pronunciation: [ʔaw.ɾaŋɡ.ˈzeːb] lit. 'Ornament of the Throne' ), was the sixth Mughal emperor, reigning from 1658 until his death in 1707. His regnal name is Alamgir I ( Persian pronunciation: [ʔɑː.ˈlam.ˈɡiːɾ] lit.
Aurangzeb was the sixth Mughal Emperor of India.Also known as ‘ Alamgir’,he ruled from 1658 to 1707. Under his rule, the Mughal Empire reached its zenith and became the single largest empire in India.
Mar 13, 2024 · Who is Muhammad Aurangzeb, the man tasked with fixing Pakistan’s economy? A veteran banker, Aurangzeb is a political outsider who analysts say must grapple with IMF reforms and crippling debt.
Aurangzeb, Emperor Shah Jahan’s sixth child, was born on 24th October 1618 at Dohad in Madhya Pradesh, and wrested India’s crown from his father before the end of June 1658, after defeating his brother Crown Prince Dara Shukoh’s armies, first at Dharmat near Ujjain (15th April 1568) and again at Samugarh on 29th May 1658.
Aims of Aurangzeb’s religious policy: It is generally accepted that Aurangzeb was a fanatic Sunni Mussalman. His chief aim was to convert Dar-ul-harb (India: the country of Kafirs or infidels) to Dar-ul-Islam (country of Islam). He was intolerant towards other faiths, especially Hindus.
Nov 23, 2023 · Aurangzeb had the highest number of Hindu generals in the mughal army. Aurangzeb constructed ‘Bibi ka maqbara’, which is an architectural wonder with intricate design, carved motifs, imposing structures and beautifully landscaped mughal style garden. Also known as Rabia-ud-Durani or second Taj Mahal.
Jul 21, 2023 · Islamic Orthodoxy: Aurangzeb was profoundly religious and sought to uphold what he considered a puritanical interpretation of Sunni Islam. He emphasised enforcing Islamic law and promoted religious scholars who supported his conservative views. He was known for his piety and observed strict religious practices.
Aurangzeb was the sixth Mughal Emperor of India. His reign lasted for almost half a century (from 1658 to 1707) and was marked by several conquests and the vast expansion of the Mughal Empire.
May 31, 2024 · Aurangzeb, the sixth Mughal emperor of India, is a historical figure known for his controversial and complex legacy. Born on October 24, 1618, Aurangzeb ruled over a vast empire from 1658 to 1707, leaving an indelible mark on Indian history.
Jan 8, 2024 · Aurangzeb, the Mughal emperor reigning from 1658 to 1707, adhered to stringent Islamic principles and implemented cultural changes within the Mughal Empire. Throughout his reign, Aurangzeb elevated the significance of Islamic traditions, actively promoting adherence to Islamic teachings by constructing mosques and endorsing Islamic education.
