Multiple choice

Who succeeded Aurangzeb as the Emperor of India under the title of Bahadur Shah?

  1. Kam Baksh

  2. Mohammad Muazzam

  3. Qutb-ud-din

  4. Jahandar Shah
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Muhammad Muazzam, the eldest surviving son of Aurangzeb, succeeded him in 1707 and took the title Bahadur Shah I (often called Shah Alam I). Though already over 60 when he ascended, he attempted to reverse some of Aurangzeb's strict policies and reconcile with Rajput states and Marathas. His brief reign marked the beginning of the rapid Mughal decline.

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