Consider the following statements regarding the inscription on the coins of Jahangir: 1. One side bore the image of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi. 2. The other side bore the inscription "struck in the name of the Queen Begum, Nur Jahan". 3. These coins were struck in silver. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The correct option is (c) 2 and 3 only Explanation The reign of Jahangir (1605–1627) was distinct for the immense political influence wielded by his wife, Nur Jahan. This influence was uniquely reflected in the imperial coinage, where the Queen's name appeared alongside the Emperor's, a rarity in Mughal history. Statement-wise Analysis: - Statement 1 is Incorrect. The coins bearing the image of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi were issued by Muhammad Ghori (12th century) to facilitate trade with local Indian subjects. Jahangir is known for issuing coins with his own portrait (sometimes holding a wine cup) and the signs of the Zodiac, but not the image of Goddess Lakshmi. - Statement 2 is Correct. Jahangir minted coins that bore the name of Nur Jahan. The Persian inscription on these coins typically translated to: "By order of the King Jahangir, gold has a hundred splendours added to it by receiving the name of Nur Jahan, the Queen Begum." - Statement 3 is Correct. These coins were struck in silver (and gold). Historical records and texts specifically highlight the existence of silver coins bearing the inscription of Queen Begum, Nur Jahan. Key Takeaway: Muhammad Ghori issued coins with the image of Goddess Lakshmi, whereas Jahangir issued coins bearing the name of his queen, Nur Jahan.

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Consider the following statements regarding the inscription on the coins of Jahangir:

One side bore the image of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi.
The other side bore the inscription "struck in the name of the Queen Begum, Nur Jahan".
These coins were struck in silver.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Options

A1 and 2 only
B2 only
C2 and 3 only
D1, 2 and 3

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Solution

The correct option is (c) 2 and 3 only

Explanation

The reign of Jahangir (1605–1627) was distinct for the immense political influence wielded by his wife, Nur Jahan. This influence was uniquely reflected in the imperial coinage, where the Queen's name appeared alongside the Emperor's, a rarity in Mughal history.

Statement-wise Analysis:

Statement 1 is Incorrect. The coins bearing the image of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi were issued by Muhammad Ghori (12th century) to facilitate trade with local Indian subjects. Jahangir is known for issuing coins with his own portrait (sometimes holding a wine cup) and the signs of the Zodiac, but not the image of Goddess Lakshmi.
Statement 2 is Correct. Jahangir minted coins that bore the name of Nur Jahan. The Persian inscription on these coins typically translated to: "By order of the King Jahangir, gold has a hundred splendours added to it by receiving the name of Nur Jahan, the Queen Begum."
Statement 3 is Correct. These coins were struck in silver (and gold). Historical records and texts specifically highlight the existence of silver coins bearing the inscription of Queen Begum, Nur Jahan.

Key Takeaway:
Muhammad Ghori issued coins with the image of Goddess Lakshmi, whereas Jahangir issued coins bearing the name of his queen, Nur Jahan.

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