Was Aurangzeb a good king?

He was an accomplished military leader whose rule has been the subject of praise, though he has also been described as the most controversial ruler in Indian history. He was a notable expansionist; during his reign, the Mughal Empire reached its great extent, ruling over nearly all of the Indian subcontinent.

Why did Dara Shikoh lose the war?

The correct answer is the Battle of Samugarh. There was no law of succession among the Mughals. Generally, the ‘strength of the sword’ determined the successor. The war of succession which took place among the four sons of Shah Jahan had one novelty.

Why does Dara Shikoh matter?

The eldest son of Shah Jahan, Dara Shikoh was killed after losing the war of succession against his brother Aurangzeb. “Dara Shikoh realised the greatness of the Upanishads and translated them, which were earlier known only to a few upper caste Hindus.

What did Aurangzeb do to his brother?

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The third of four brothers, Aurangzeb is accused of having had all his brothers murdered. He is also alleged to have sent his captive father the decapitated head of his eldest brother, Dara Shikoh, Shah Jahan’s favourite son.

What was the conflict between Dara Shikoh and Aurangzeb?

Dara Shikoh began to retreat towards Samugarh, about 10 miles (16 km) east of Agra, India, south of the Yamuna River, after Aurangzeb had defeated Dara Shikoh’s forces during the Battle of Dharmat….Battle of Samugarh.

Why was Aurangzeb successful in the war of succession?

In this way the war of succession ended with the victory of Aurangzeb. Causes of Aurangzeb’s success: 1. Aurangzeb was a more able commander than his brothers.