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    Question

    Who among the following was the successor of Mughal

    emperor Shahjahan to the throne?
    A Shah Shuja Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Aurangzeb Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Murad Bakhsh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Dara Shikoh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Akbar was succeeded by Salim, who ascended the throne in October 1605 under the name of Jahangir. Jahangir1605–1627Opened relations with the British East India Company. Shah Jahan1628–1658Born on 5th January 1592. Under him, Mughal art and architecture reached their zenith. He constructed the Taj Mahal, Jama Masjid, Red Fort, Jahangir mausoleum, and Shalimar Gardens in Lahore. Died in the captivity of his son Aurangzeb. Aurangzeb1658–1707He ascended the throne on 31st July 1658. He reinterpreted Islamic law and presented the Fatawa-e-Alamgiri.

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