Noor Jahan

Noor Jahan is one of the most fascinating figures of Mughal India. Famous for her beauty and wisdom, she was a skilled administrator and a shrewd statesman. Jahangir's confidence in his queen allowed her to receive courtiers and hold discussions regarding state affairs. Royal decrees carried her signature and coins were struck in her name.

An accomplished poet, she also made popular the rose perfume. She was adept in embroidery, the fabric and dress designs dominated the world of fashion for many years. As Abdul Rashid observes, "Fact and fiction have woven a web of romance around this colourful personality." According to popular legends, from which material for this book has been drawn, Noor Jahan and Jahangir were childhood playmates. But all the available evidence suggests that the two met for the first time at the Meena Bazaar, the royal bazaar held annually at the palace of the Emperor.

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