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Aurangzeb's Hindu Generals: Pragmatism Over Bigotry
Aurangzeb famously imposed jizya and destroyed temples, but he also relied on Hindu generals and administrators throughout his reign. This episode explores the careers of Raja Jaswant Singh, Raja Jai Singh, and other Hindu nobles who commanded Mughal armies, governed provinces, and shaped policy. We examine the complex relationship between Aurangzeb's personal piety and his pragmatic need for capable allies. How did these men reconcile their faith with service to a Muslim emperor? What does their presence reveal about the Mughal state's actual workings? Drawing on the…
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