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The given map refers to the kingdom of

Let me explain it simply. The question is asking about the given map refers to the kingdom, and the answer is Aurangzeb at the time of.... In Aurangzeb, Aurangzeb at the time of... is the name you will see again and again for this topic. Read it twice, say it once, and it will stick.

Ref: [IAS (Pre) 2000] | Satish Chandra, Medieval India, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Aurangzeb and explain the political, administrative and cultural developments that support the correct answer for this question.

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Assertion (A): Aurangzeb succeeded Shah Jahan to the Mughal throne. Reason (R): The law of primogeniture was followed. S

In Assertion-Reason, check both parts calmly. Here, the combination that fits is (A) is true, but (R) is false. In Aurangzeb, this is how Assertion and Reason are linked. If you check Assertion first, then Reason, then the link, the answer becomes clear. That is the simple way to do it.

Ref: [UPPCS (Pre) 1994] | Satish Chandra, Medieval India, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Aurangzeb and explain the political, administrative and cultural developments that support the correct answer for this question.

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Moti Masjid in the Red Fort at Delhi was built by

Imagine you are revising Aurangzeb late at night. The one fact you would underline for Moti Masjid in the Red Fort at is Aurangzeb. That is exactly what this question is asking. It is a direct question, so the answer is also direct. Just keep it simple.

Ref: [UP UDA/LDA (Pre) 2002 UPPCS (Pre) 2001] | Satish Chandra, Medieval India, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Aurangzeb and explain the political, administrative and cultural developments that support the correct answer for this question.

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Saint Ramdas is associated with the period of rule of

Here is how I remember it. Saint Ramdas is associated with the period = Aurangzeb. That is it. In Aurangzeb, this pair is famous. I tell students to learn it as one line, not as a big theory. If you do that, this question takes only a few seconds.

Ref: [UPPCS (Mains) 2009] | Satish Chandra, Medieval India, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Aurangzeb and explain the political, administrative and cultural developments that support the correct answer for this question.

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To whom Aurangzeb bestowed upon the title of ‘Sahibat-uz-Zamani’?

Imagine you are revising Aurangzeb late at night. The one fact you would underline for to whom Aurangzeb bestowed upon the title is Jahan Ara. That is exactly what this question is asking. It is a direct question, so the answer is also direct. Just keep it simple.

Ref: [UPPCS (Pre) 2014] | Satish Chandra, Medieval India, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Aurangzeb and explain the political, administrative and cultural developments that support the correct answer for this question.

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Who among the following was the daughter of Emperor Aurangzeb?

Think of it like this. When the question talks about who among the following was the daughter, your mind should go straight to Mehrunnisa. In Aurangzeb, this is a very common fact. Teachers often repeat it because it comes in exams again and again. Just keep this one line in your head.

Ref: [UPPCS (Mains) 2005] | Satish Chandra, Medieval India, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Aurangzeb and explain the political, administrative and cultural developments that support the correct answer for this question.

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Which one of the following tombs is called the ‘Second Taj Mahal’?

You can think of it as a small story. In Aurangzeb, which one of the following tombs is happened with Tomb of Rabia-ud-Daurani. That is why Tomb of Rabia-ud-Daurani is the answer here. Stories are easier to remember than lists. So keep this small story in mind and you will recall it.

Ref: [UPPCS (Mains) 2013 UPPCS (Pre) 2000] | Satish Chandra, Medieval India, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Aurangzeb and explain the political, administrative and cultural developments that support the correct answer for this question.

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Creator of ‘Bibi Ka Maqbara/Tomb of Bibi’ was

Okay, so here is the simple version. Creator of ‘Bibi Ka Maqbara/Tomb of Bibi’ points to Aurangzeb. In Aurangzeb, this is taught as a basic fact. You do not need a long story for it. Just remember the connection and move on. It will come back to you in the exam.

Ref: [RAS/RTS (Pre) 1999] | Satish Chandra, Medieval India, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Aurangzeb and explain the political, administrative and cultural developments that support the correct answer for this question.

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The meaning of ‘Jihad’ carried on by Aurangzeb is

Here is a quick way to remember. When you see the meaning of ‘Jihad’ carried on by, think Dar-ul-Islami. In Aurangzeb, these two go together like a name and its meaning. You do not need to learn a paragraph. Just this one connection is enough for the exam.

Ref: [43rd BPSC (Pre) 1999] | Satish Chandra, Medieval India, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Aurangzeb and explain the political, administrative and cultural developments that support the correct answer for this question.

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Who re-imposed Jizya?

Here is a quick way to remember. When you see who re-imposed Jizya, think Aurangzeb. In Aurangzeb, these two go together like a name and its meaning. You do not need to learn a paragraph. Just this one connection is enough for the exam.

Ref: [UPPCS (Pre) 2002] | Satish Chandra, Medieval India, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Aurangzeb and explain the political, administrative and cultural developments that support the correct answer for this question.

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Which one of the following emperors had the highest number of Hindu Generals in the Mughal army?

Imagine you are revising Aurangzeb late at night. The one fact you would underline for which one of the following emperors had is Aurangzeb. That is exactly what this question is asking. It is a direct question, so the answer is also direct. Just keep it simple.

Ref: [UPPCS (Pre) 2000] | Satish Chandra, Medieval India, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Aurangzeb and explain the political, administrative and cultural developments that support the correct answer for this question.

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Two of the following states, which Aurangzeb had conquered in Deccan, were

You know, this one is quite easy if you have read Aurangzeb once. Two of the following states, which Aurangzeb is all about Bijapur and Golconda. That is the whole story here. No need to make it hard. Just remember Bijapur and Golconda for this topic and you are done.

Ref: [UPPCS (Pre) 2004 UP Lower Sub. (Pre) 2004] | Satish Chandra, Medieval India, and NCERT History textbooks discuss Aurangzeb and explain the political, administrative and cultural developments that support the correct answer for this question.

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