Author: Nikshey Dhiman Date: 18/01/2024
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Mariam-uz-Zamani was also recognised as 'Hira Kunwari' or 'Jodha Bai' or 'Harka Bai' or 'Heer Kunwari' and was a famous Hindu Rajput princess.
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Born on 1st October, 1542, Mariam-Uz-Zamani's son was Jahangir and grandson was Shah Jahan
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Known to be the longest serving Mughal empress, she was revered as the 'Queen Mother' and was in power from 6th February, 1562 till 27th October, 1605 which spans over 43 years
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Despite her being a Hindu queen, Jodha Bai was granted the honourable title of 'Mariam-uz-Zamani' or 'Mary of the Age'
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After giving birth to Jahangir, and she was accorded the highest honor within the Mughal household.
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Akbar's marriage to Mariam-uz-Zamani had an effect on the kingdom's sociopolitical and religious landscape.
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Raja Bharmal's eldest daughter, Mariam-uz-Zamani, was born as a Hindu Rajput princess, also known as "Rajkumari." At the time, Raja Bharmal ruled over Amer or Jaipur.
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Being one of the 'Navaratnas' of Akbar's court, the Rajput queen was an important figure in the court and the aunt of Raja Man Singh I, the ruler of Amer.
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