Consider the following statements about the political role of Nur Jahan: 1. She remained extremely loyal and supportive to the monarch Jahangir. 2. Her influence was limited only to domestic household matters. 3. Farmans (orders) were issued under her seal. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Correct Option The correct option is (c) 1 and 3 only. Explanation Nur Jahan, the twentieth wife of Emperor Jahangir, holds a unique position in Mughal history. Unlike other royal women who exercised influence from behind the veil, Nur Jahan played an overt and decisive political role, effectively functioning as a co-sovereign during Jahangir’s reign (1605–1627). Statement-wise Analysis - Statement 1 is Correct: Nur Jahan remained extremely loyal and supportive to Jahangir. While she exercised immense power, she did so as the Emperor's partner and devoted wife, especially during his years of declining health. She managed the affairs of the state to maintain stability and protected the monarch's interests against rebellions, including that of Prince Khurram (Shah Jahan) and Mahabat Khan. - Statement 2 is Incorrect: Her influence was far from limited to domestic matters. She was deeply involved in active politics, administration, and court appointments. She formed a powerful political faction known as the "Nur Jahan Junta" (including her father Itimad-ud-Daulah and brother Asaf Khan) which dominated the court. She even appeared for Jharokha Darshan (public audience), a privilege reserved exclusively for the Emperor. - Statement 3 is Correct: Nur Jahan was the only Mughal queen to have coinage struck in her name. Furthermore, royal orders (farmans) were issued under her seal, often bearing her signature alongside that of the Emperor, signifying her status as a co-ruler in practice. Key Takeaway: Nur Jahan broke the traditional conventions of the Mughal harem by exercising direct political authority, issuing farmans, having coins struck in her name, and actively managing the administration of the empire.

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Consider the following statements about the political role of Nur Jahan:

She remained extremely loyal and supportive to the monarch Jahangir.
Her influence was limited only to domestic household matters.
Farmans (orders) were issued under her seal.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Options

A1 and 2 only
B2 only
C1 and 3 only
D1, 2 and 3

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Solution

Correct Option

The correct option is (c) 1 and 3 only.

Explanation

Nur Jahan, the twentieth wife of Emperor Jahangir, holds a unique position in Mughal history. Unlike other royal women who exercised influence from behind the veil, Nur Jahan played an overt and decisive political role, effectively functioning as a co-sovereign during Jahangir’s reign (1605–1627).

Statement-wise Analysis

Statement 1 is Correct: Nur Jahan remained extremely loyal and supportive to Jahangir. While she exercised immense power, she did so as the Emperor's partner and devoted wife, especially during his years of declining health. She managed the affairs of the state to maintain stability and protected the monarch's interests against rebellions, including that of Prince Khurram (Shah Jahan) and Mahabat Khan.
Statement 2 is Incorrect: Her influence was far from limited to domestic matters. She was deeply involved in active politics, administration, and court appointments. She formed a powerful political faction known as the "Nur Jahan Junta" (including her father Itimad-ud-Daulah and brother Asaf Khan) which dominated the court. She even appeared for Jharokha Darshan (public audience), a privilege reserved exclusively for the Emperor.
Statement 3 is Correct: Nur Jahan was the only Mughal queen to have coinage struck in her name. Furthermore, royal orders (farmans) were issued under her seal, often bearing her signature alongside that of the Emperor, signifying her status as a co-ruler in practice.

Key Takeaway: Nur Jahan broke the traditional conventions of the Mughal harem by exercising direct political authority, issuing farmans, having coins struck in her name, and actively managing the administration of the empire.

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