Ever since the collapse of the Mughal Empire in India, the modern era began in this part of the world with the gradual introduction of English colonial rule since 1757. With the exit of these colonial ...
Often regarded as one of the most powerful women in Mughal history, Nur Jahan effectively co-ruled the empire, issuing royal decrees, controlling trade, and even leading military strategies.
Nur Jahan, born Mehr-un-Nissa was chief consort of the Mughal emperor Jahangir. Mumtaz Mahal was the empress consort of Mughal Empire as the chief consort of the fifth Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan.
From the decline of the last Mughal ruler, Bahadur Shah Zafar, to the eventual establishment of the British Raj, this transition reshaped India’s governance, economy, culture, and societal norms.