Q. How did the Mughal Emperor Jahandarshah’s reign, come to an early end?
(a) He was deposed by his Wazir
(b) He died due to a slip while climbing down the steps
(c) He was defeated by his nephew in a battle
(d) He died of sickness due to drinking
Ans: (c) He was defeated by his nephew in a battle
Explanation: The correct answer is (c) He was defeated by his nephew in a battle.
Jahandar Shah was the Mughal Emperor who ruled from 1712 to 1713. His reign came to an early end when he was defeated by his nephew, Farrukhsiyar, in a battle. Farrukhsiyar, with the support of other nobles and factions within the Mughal court, challenged Jahandar Shah’s authority and successfully overthrew him.
Jahandar Shah’s reign was marked by political instability and internal conflicts within the Mughal Empire. He faced opposition from various factions, including powerful nobles and court officials, who disagreed with his policies and leadership. Farrukhsiyar capitalized on these divisions and eventually emerged victorious in a battle against Jahandar Shah.
After his defeat, Jahandar Shah was captured and imprisoned by Farrukhsiyar. He was later executed, bringing an end to his short reign as the Mughal Emperor.
Therefore, the correct answer is (c) He was defeated by his nephew in a battle.
