Jai Singh and Jaswant Singh were presented the title -Mirza Raja by which Mughal Emperor?
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option C —
Aurangzeb
Although the title "Mirza Raja" was used by previous Mughal emperors for various Rajput allies, it was Aurangzeb who specifically conferred the title of Mirza Raja upon Jai Singh I of Amber and Jaswant Singh of Marwar to honor their military service and high standing in the Mughal court.
Key Historical Context
Mirza Raja Jai Singh I: He was a senior general under Aurangzeb. He is most famous in Indian history for leading the Mughal campaign against Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, which led to the Treaty of Purandar in 1665.
Jaswant Singh: He was the ruler of Marwar (Jodhpur). Despite initial friction during the Mughal war of succession (where he originally supported Dara Shikoh), Aurangzeb later pardoned him, restored his rank, and bestowed the title of Mirza Raja upon him.
Significance of the Title: "Mirza" was a high-ranking Persian title usually reserved for royalty or those of extremely high noble birth. Granting it to Rajput rulers was a way to integrate them into the uppermost echelons of the Mughal imperial hierarchy.
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