Bega Begum

Bega Begum was a prominent Mughal princess in 17th-century India, known for her intelligence and political influence. She was the daughter of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and sister to Emperor Aurangzeb. Bega Begum played a significant role in court affairs, often advising her family and participating in governance during her brother's reign. She managed vast landholdings and was involved in diplomatic and charitable activities. Her life reflects the powerful roles some women held in Mughal imperial politics, breaking typical gender norms of her time.