For Mughal aficionados, Gulbadan Begum has a special appeal. While women of power and of literary merit were hardly rare in the Mughal heyday, Gulbadan Begum stands out. Babur's daughter, Humayun ...

The Mughal Empire was one of the most powerful and influential empires in India, thanks to a series of strong and visionary rulers. From Babur, who started the empire, to Shah Jahan, famous for ...

His rule had many ups and downs, but Humayun’s persistence helped keep the Mughal dynasty alive. More importantly, he set the stage for his son Akbar, who would take the empire to new heights.

Women have been nothing but mere ornaments in the king's court for centuries. Complimented on their beauty and their work and celebrated for their lineage. But history reveals a different story.