During the reign of which Mughal Emperor was the administrative control of Kangra formally placed under a royal governor (Nawab), separating it from the direct jurisdiction of the subahdar of Lahore for specialized hill management?

💡 Solution & Explanation

Following the successful capture of the Kangra Fort in 1620 CE, Emperor Jahangir personally visited the fort in 1622 CE and established a dedicated administrative apparatus, appointing a Mughal governor to manage the strategic garrison and surrounding hill revenue tracts. This administrative arrangement continued through Shah Jahan and Aurangzeb's reigns, balancing local tributary compliance with military enforcement. The appointment of Suraj Mal and Jagat Singh as commanders reflected the delicate balance of imperial diplomacy in the region.