Shah Jahan, the luxury of his court and the nature of his rule (OCR GCSE History B (Schools History Project)): Quizzes
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In which year was Prince Khurram (Shah Jahan) born?
In which year was Prince Khurram (Shah Jahan) born?
1592
Who was Shah Jahan's mother?
Who was Shah Jahan's mother?
Jagat Gosaini, a Rajput princess
What was Mumtaz Mahal's original name before marriage?
What was Mumtaz Mahal's original name before marriage?
Arjumand Banu Begum
Which inheritance system did the Mughals use?
Which inheritance system did the Mughals use?
Timurid custom of copernary inheritance
In which year did Prince Khurram conquer the Deccan Plateau?
In which year did Prince Khurram conquer the Deccan Plateau?
1617
What does 'Shah Jahan' literally mean in Persian?
What does 'Shah Jahan' literally mean in Persian?
King of the World
In which year did Shah Jahan claim the throne?
In which year did Shah Jahan claim the throne?
1627
How many warriors comprised Shah Jahan's army?
How many warriors comprised Shah Jahan's army?
Over 900,000
When did Shah Jahan order demolition of Hindu temples and Christian churches?
When did Shah Jahan order demolition of Hindu temples and Christian churches?
1632
How many soldiers, servants and dependents were in Shah Jahan's household?
How many soldiers, servants and dependents were in Shah Jahan's household?
57,000