How did the Mughal Emperor Jahandar Shah’s reign come to an early end?
- AHe was deposed by his wazir
- BHe died due to a slip while climbing down steps
- CHe was defeated by his nephew in a battleCorrect
- DHe died of sickness due to too much consumption of wine
Explanation
Jahandar Shah was a weak ruler who reigned for less than a year from 1712 to 1713. His reign ended when he was defeated by his nephew, Farrukhsiyar, in a battle at Agra. Farrukhsiyar was supported by the powerful Sayyid Brothers, known as the kingmakers of the Mughal Empire. After the defeat, Jahandar Shah was captured and subsequently executed, allowing Farrukhsiyar to ascend the throne. Other options refer to different emperors, such as Humayun who died from a fall on stairs.
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