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Aurangzeb Alamgir's ascent to Mughal Emperor followed a fierce succession struggle, leading to his rule from 1658 to 1707. His governance saw the empire's territorial peak but also internal strife due to his orthodox Sunni Islamic policies, including the jizya tax and temple destructions. Despite religious intolerance, Aurangzeb's administrative efficiency and military conquests are notable, leaving a contested legacy that influences modern discourse on governance and religious dynamics.
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Aurangzeb was born in 1618 in Gujarat and received a well-rounded education
Conflict with Brothers
Aurangzeb engaged in a four-year war with his brothers to claim the throne
In 1658, Aurangzeb declared himself emperor after defeating his brothers
Aurangzeb extended the Mughal Empire to its greatest territorial extent, incorporating the Deccan region
Reinstatement of Jizya Tax
Aurangzeb's re-imposition of the jizya tax on non-Muslims caused widespread unrest
Suppression of Religious Practices
Aurangzeb's strict Sunni Islamic policies led to discontent and rebellion among his Hindu subjects
Aurangzeb's policies aimed at consolidating Islamic rule, but also contributed to the fragmentation of the empire's social fabric
Aurangzeb sought to integrate Islamic law with the state's legal system, leading to the enforcement of religious laws
Reactions to Jizya Tax
The re-imposition of the jizya tax was seen as discriminatory and caused widespread unrest
Destruction of Hindu Temples
Aurangzeb's actions towards Hindu temples were seen as efforts to assert Islamic supremacy
Aurangzeb's legacy is complex and continues to be debated, with some praising his piety and others condemning his religious policies
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Birthplace and date of Aurangzeb
Born on November 3, 1618, in Dahod, Gujarat.
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Aurangzeb's parents
Son of Emperor Shah Jahan and Empress Mumtaz Mahal.
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Aurangzeb's education
Educated in military strategy, Islamic theology, Persian literature.
