Question

What was the original name of Shah Jahan?
A.Khurram
B.Khusru
C.Salim
D.Bahadur Shah

Answer 1

Hint:Many emperors used a different name from their original name during their reign which is termed as regnal name. Shah Jahan's original name meant- 'Joyous' in Persian, which was chosen by his grandfather, Emperor Akbar.

Complete answer:
 Shahab-ud-din Muhammad Khurram best known by his regnal name Shah Jahan which means king of the world in Persian, was the fifth ruler of Mughal empire, and reigned from 1628-1658.
He had great military and administrative skills. The Mughal period during his reign was marked as a golden era with splendid architectural display. Shah Jahan is credited with construction of beautiful monuments, like the red fort, Jama Masjid, Moti Masjid and the best one is the masterpiece of his reign- Taj Mahal, which he built in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. He got the exquisite peacock-throne built and owned the precious stones like the 'Kohinoor'.
His end days were dreadful. He was captivated in Agra fort by his son Aurangzeb. He died at the age 74 and his body was laid to rest in Taj Mahal next to his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal.
His original name was Khurram which means 'Joyful' in Persian. Salim was the name of Shah Jahan's father, Emperor Jahangir and Bahadur Shah was the last Mughal emperor.

Hence, the correct answer is option (A).

Note:The Emperors used to choose a different name during their reign. Shah Jahan is a regnal name. His original name is Shahab-ud-din Muhammad Khurram or Prince Khurram. Though he has extraordinary military skills, he is remembered for his remarkable architectural achievements.