Do you agree that Mughal capital Shahjahanabad was a planned city? Discuss.

Introduction Shahjahanabad, the capital city built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the mid-17th century, stands as a significant example of urban planning in pre-modern India. Established in 1639, it later came to be known as Old Delhi. The city was strategically designed to reflect imperial grandeur, religious harmony, and functional urban infrastructure. This essay […]

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