History Facts - This Mughal Emperor Married His Own Daughter, Learn About Him

Friends, India has been ruled by many foreign powers, including the Mughal Empire, one of the most powerful and ruthless dynasties in Indian history. The Mughal Empire, founded by Babur in 1526 AD, ushered in a long era of cultural, architectural, and political development in India. Rulers like Humayun, Akbar, Jahangir, Shah Jahan, and Aurangzeb ruled. Today, in this article, we will tell you which Mughal emperor married his own daughter. Let's learn about them.

Among the famous Mughal emperors, Akbar was known for his administrative reforms and religious tolerance.

Shah Jahan is remembered for his architectural legacy, especially the Taj Mahal, built in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal.

The Controversial Story of Shah Jahan and Jahanara

After Mumtaz Mahal's death, Shah Jahan was plunged into deep grief and mental distress.

Historical records and later accounts mention that Shah Jahan's daughter, Jahanara Begum, bore a striking resemblance to her mother.

Reportedly, due to this resemblance, Shah Jahan became very attached to Jahanara and refused to marry her anywhere else.

Rumors and Reality

Some old stories and later media reports claim that Shah Jahan wanted to marry his daughter Jahanara.

There is no reliable historical evidence to support the claim that such a marriage took place.

Most historians believe these were exaggerated rumors influenced by court gossip or later misinterpretations.