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Jahangir

Type Figure Region India Time c. 1569–1627 Also known as Jahangir、Salim、Nur-ud-din Muhammad Salim

Jahangir (1569–1627), fourth emperor of the Mughal Empire in India, son of Akbar.…

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  1. 1601–1605Agra · Uttar PradeshAs Akbar's eldest son Salim, he was active at the Agra court from 1601 to 1605, participating in court governance and governing some provinces; relations with his father were at times tense, but he was still established as the successor.
  2. 1605–1610Agra · Mughal EmpireHe succeeded after Akbar's death in 1605, taking the title Jahangir. Early in his reign he consolidated central authority, carried out silver coinage reforms, encouraged painting and horticulture, and continued military operations against the Deccan states.

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