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Question
Shah Jahan’s reign marks the climax of the Mughal dynasty and empire. In this context explain briefly:
Magnificence of the Imperial Court and his Architectural Achievements.
Solution
Magnificence of the Imperial Court and his Architectural Achievements: Shah Jahan modelled his court after the style of the old Persian monarchs. The exquisite Peacock Throne and the celebrated Kohinoor added to the magnificence of his court. Shah Jahan patronised men of letters and arts. The famous Taj at Agra and Jami Masjid at Delhi are some of the finest examples of Mughal architecture of his time. Music and painting also made great progress under Shah Jahan’s patronage.
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