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Mughal Empire
Who was the Mughal emperor who imposed the Islamic law of Sharia in his empire?
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The Mughal emperor who is most famously associated with the imposition of Islamic law, including elements of Sharia, in his empire was Aurangzeb. Aurangzeb Alamgir, who ruled from 1658 to 1707, was known for his strict implementation of Islamic laws and policies during his reign. He aimed to enforce a more orthodox version of Islam and implemented various legal and administrative reforms based on Islamic principles. His policies regarding religion and governance have been subjects of debate and controversy among historians and scholars.
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The Mughal emperor who is most notably associated with the imposition of Islamic law (Sharia) in his empire was Aurangzeb. Reigning from 1658 to 1707, Aurangzeb sought to implement a more orthodox interpretation of Islam and reinstated certain Islamic laws and practices that had been relaxed or abandoned by his predecessors. His policies included the reintroduction of the jizya tax on non-Muslims and the prohibition of certain practices deemed un-Islamic, reflecting his commitment to a more conservative Islamic governance.
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