DiscoverEmpire221. War of Succession: The Battle That Shook India (Ep 2)
221. War of Succession: The Battle That Shook India (Ep 2)

221. War of Succession: The Battle That Shook India (Ep 2)

Update: 2025-01-165
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With their father in very bad health and rumours of his death swirling around the empire, Shah Jahan’s four sons decide it is their time to take his place. Only one has been chosen by Shah Jahan… The accomplished oldest son Dara Shukoh. However the war of succession has begun, and it will be brutal and stained by betrayal. 


The people of Delhi are terrified at the coming storm. Shops are boarded as they prepare for a possible bloodbath. Two of Shah Jahan’s sons, Murad and Shuja, make the first move. They go through coronation ceremonies while Aurangzeb bides his time. He sends his father letters and fruit from the Deccan, acting like a loyal son. 


Miraculously Shah Jahan does not die but begins to recover, only to see his sons tear each other apart and in open rebellion against him. Dara Shukoh, his anointed heir, rallies the imperial army to protect the weakened emperor. Aurangzeb, springs into action, rallying his own armies to advance not only on his brother but his father too. This will be one of the most crucial battles in the subcontinent’s history…


Listen as William and Anita are joined again by Supriya Gandhi to discuss the rise of Aurangzeb, one of the most controversial historical figures in India today.


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Producer: Callum Hill


Exec Producer: Neil Fearn

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221. War of Succession: The Battle That Shook India (Ep 2)

221. War of Succession: The Battle That Shook India (Ep 2)

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