Questions about Jahangir

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When was Prince Salim born and where was he born?

Prince Salim was born on the 31st of August 1569 in Fatehpur Sikri, the capital city of the Mughal Empire. His parents were Emperor Akbar and Empress Mariam-uz-Zamani, and his birth followed the loss of two twin sons to infancy.

What was the Chain of Justice and where was it located?

The Chain of Justice was a golden chain with bells that Jahangir ordered to be hung in Agra to allow any subject to appeal directly to the emperor if denied justice. This symbol of fairness existed alongside his court which was often paralyzed by his addiction to wine and opium.

When did Jahangir marry Nur Jahan and what title did she receive?

Jahangir married Nur Jahan on the 25th of May 1611, and she quickly became his favorite wife. She was given the title of Padshah Begum and held it until his death in 1627.

What scientific experiments did Jahangir conduct regarding animals and nature?

Jahangir conducted experiments such as investigating the effectiveness of bitumen for healing broken bones using a chicken as a specimen. He also studied the livers of lions and wolves to determine whether the location of their gall bladders correlated with courage.

When and where did Jahangir die and who succeeded him?

Jahangir died on the 29th of October 1627 near Bhimber while trying to restore his health. His son Prince Khurram took the regnal name Shah Jahan after executing Shahryar and Dawar Bakhsh to resolve the succession crisis.