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What was the name of Emperor Shahjahan before he became Emperor?

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Shah Jahan is most famous for commissioning the Taj Mahal, but his early identity as Prince Khurram reflects his strong Mughal lineage.
Updated On: Aug 12, 2025
  • Kusrau
  • Khurram
  • Parvez
  • Shaheryar
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The Correct Option is B

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Before ascending the Mughal throne, Shah Jahan was known as Prince Khurram.
He was the son of Emperor Jahangir and Empress Jagat Gosain, and his birth name was chosen to reflect his Persian heritage.
Prince Khurram was groomed from an early age for leadership and military command, showing exceptional skills in administration and warfare.
Upon becoming emperor in 1628, he took the regal title “Shah Jahan,” meaning “King of the World” in Persian.
Option (a) Kusrau was another son of Jahangir and a rival claimant to the throne.
Option (c) Parvez was also a Mughal prince but not the future Shah Jahan.
Option (d) Shaheryar was another Mughal prince who briefly ruled after Jahangir’s death but was defeated.
Thus, Khurram is the correct answer.
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