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Aurangzeb's Eunuch Generals: The Power of the Khwajasara
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the remarkable role of eunuch generals and administrators in Aurangzeb's Mughal Empire. From Hizabr Khan's military campaigns in the Deccan to the trusted khwajasara like Khwaja Abul Hasan who oversaw the imperial household, these figures wielded immense power despite their marginalized status. We delve into how eunuchs rose through the ranks, their unique position of trust as intermediaries between the emperor and the nobility, and their influence on court politics and the succession crisis. Drawing on accounts from Niccolao Manucci and the…
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