SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 45

SSC MTS - 21/10/2024 - (12:30 PM - 2:30 PM) • General Awareness • Q45

Who among the following married the Mughal emperor Jahangir in 1611 and received the title ‘Nur Jahan’?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. Mehrunnisa.

Mehr-un-Nissa married the Mughal emperor Jahangir in 1611. She was given the title of Nur Jahan, which means 'Light of the World.' A highly intelligent and influential woman, she was Jahangir's chief consort and became a significant political force in the Mughal court. She is often considered the real power behind the throne during much of his reign due to his ill health.