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Aurangzeb's Tax on Religious Scholars
In this episode of Fexingo History, we explore the controversial jizya tax and its complex relationship with religious scholarship in the Mughal Empire. While often remembered for imposing taxes on non-Muslims, Aurangzeb’s policies were deeply intertwined with the status of ulema and scholars across South Asia. We examine how the collection of these levies affected communities in regions like Gujarat, Bengal, and the Deccan, challenging simplistic narratives of persecution versus pragmatism. Through the lens of court records and contemporary accounts, we uncover how fiscal policy served as a…
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