Aurangzeb: Ascended to the throne in

Aurangzeb ascended to the throne in AD 1658 and assumed the title of Alamgir, which means “the Conqueror of the world”. He reigned for a remarkably long period of 50 years. From 1658 AD to 1681 AD, he remained in the north, but after this the political scene shifted from the north to the Deccan. He was a great military commander and was able to crush the kingdoms of Bijapur and Golconda, but his struggle with the Marathas remained indecisive. The last twenty-five years of his reign ... Aurangzeb , emperor of the Mughal Empire (1658–1707), under whose reign the empire reached its greatest extent but whose policies began its demise. After the escape of the Maratha chief Shivaji from the imperial court and implementation of a poll tax on non-Muslims, his reign saw resistance from Rajputs, Marathas, and Sikhs. Aurangzeb was the sixth Mughal emperor, ruling from 1658 to 1707. He was known for his military conquests and strict religious policies. His reign is significant for its impact on the stability of the Mughal Empire, leading to internal strife and eventual decline. This article aims to study in detail the complexities of Aurangzeb ’s reign, exploring his military strategies, administrative policies, religious intolerance, and the resulting social upheavals. Learn about the 6th Mughal emperor who ruled for nearly five decades and expanded the empire to its largest extent. Find out how he became the last efficacious emperor due to his religious intolerance and his rivalry with his brothers.