Friendly Associates in Aurangzeb’s Ministry
Friendly Associates in Aurangzeb’s Ministry Although Aurangzeb is known for his strict Islamic policies , he still retained Hindu administrators, generals, and nobles in his court. Many Rajput and Maratha nobles continued to serve under him, although some later rebelled due to his religious intolerance . Below are some of the most significant Hindu associates in Aurangzeb’s administration: 1.Ministers and Administrators A. Raja Jaswant Singh of Marwar (1619–1678) A Rajput ruler of Marwar (Jodhpur) and a high-ranking Mughal general . Served as Governor of Gujarat, Kabul, and Malwa . Initially loyal to Aurangzeb , but opposed his anti-Hindu policies . His death in 1678 led to a Rajput rebellion when Aurangzeb tried to annex Marwar. B. Raja Jai Singh I (Mirza Raja Jai Singh, 1611–1667) A Rajput ruler of Amber (Jaipur) and a trusted Mughal commander . Led the 1665 campaign against Shivaji and negotiated the Treaty of Purandar . Governed important provinces, incl...