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What was real name of Aurangzeb?

  1. Zahiruddin Mohammed

  2. Muhiuddin Muhammad

  3. Mohammed Kafi

  4. Safiruddin Mohammed
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Aurangzeb's full name at birth was Muhiuddin Muhammad (also spelled Muhi-ud-din Muhammad). He was the sixth Mughal emperor and ruled from 1658 to 1707. The name 'Aurangzeb' was actually a title meaning 'Ornament of the Throne,' which he adopted later. His birth name Muhiuddin Muhammad is well-documented in historical records.

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