Nadir Shah

Nadir Shah was an influential Persian ruler and military leader who reigned in the early 18th century, specifically from 1736 to 1747. He is best known for his invasion of India in 1739, where he sacked Delhi and looted vast treasures, including the famous Peacock Throne. His actions significantly weakened the Mughal Empire and altered the power dynamics in the region. Nadir Shah's reign was marked by both military brilliance and brutal conquests, and he is remembered for his impact on Persia and India, as well as for contributing to the decline of Mughal influence.