Bahadur Shah I: The Last Stalwart of the Mughal Dynasty
Bahadur Shah I, born on 14 October 1643 as Mu'azzam, was the seventh Mughal emperor who ruled over India for a brief but eventful period from 1707 to 1712. His reign came at a critical juncture in Mughal history, marked by the dynasty's gradual decline, mounting internal strife, and the rise of regional powers. Yet Bahadur Shah, despite his short rule and the turbulent times, stands out for his efforts to stabilize an empire teetering on the brink of disintegration.