GS PrelimsHistory (Medieval India)Mughals2006

In Indian history, who was Abdul Hamid Lahori?

An important military commander during Akbar's reign

An official historian of the reign of Shah Jahan

An important noble and confidant of Aurangzeb

A chronicler and poet during the reign of Muhammad Shah

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

1. Abdul Hamid Lahori was a historian and traveler during the Mughal period in Indian history. 2. He was commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan to write the history of his reign. 3. The resulting work, the Padshahnama, is considered the official history of the reign of Shah Jahan, covering the first two decades. 4. Therefore, Abdul Hamid Lahori was an official historian of the reign of Shah Jahan.

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