Daulatabadi Mahal
Wife of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb
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Daulatabadi Mahal was a consort of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb.
| Daulatabadi Mahal | |
|---|---|
| Born | Daulatabad, Mughal Empire |
| Died | 17th century, Delhi, Mughal Empire |
| Spouse | Aurangzeb |
| House | Timurid (by marriage) |
Life
Her title indicates that she hailed from Daulatabad. Daulatabad was the main capital of the Mughal Empire in the Deccan, until Aurangzeb had shifted the headquarters to Aurangabad.[1] She married Aurangzeb and entered the imperial harem.[2] However, little is known about her life or influence in the harem. Aurangzeb opposed his consorts interfering in political affairs, but their influence in politics could not be suppressed.[3][4]
In the August of 1675, the daughter of Daulatabadi Mahal's brother, married Prince Muhammad Sultan, Aurangzeb and Nawab Bai's eldest son.[5][6] Shortly after the marriage of Daulatabadi's niece to Muhammad Sultan, the prince's mansab and pension were restored; and he was placed in recognition as heir.[7]
Daulatabadi Mahal most likely died before her husband, much like his other consorts.[8]