History • Medieval IndiaEasy
The famous Persian work 'Humayun-nama', detailing the life and reign of Mughal Emperor Humayun, was authored by whom?
A. Nur Jahan
B. Gulbadan Begum✓ Correct Answer
C. Mumtaz Mahal
D. Jahanara Begum
💡 Solution & Explanation
Gulbadan Begum authored the historical chronicle 'Humayun-nama' in Persian at the specific behest of Emperor Akbar to preserve authentic memories of her brother Humayun's reign. Other royal women of the Mughal era, such as Nur Jahan, exerted immense political influence but did not pen this specific memoir. The text remains an invaluable contemporary source providing unique female perspectives on Mughal court life.
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