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Badass Begums

Badass Begums

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Anoushka Jain

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History rarely highlights the formidable Mughal begums who boldly navigated imperial courts, brokered powerful deals, reshaped Delhi's skyline, created private spaces for women, fought battles, and resisted patriarchy - all from behind the purdah.

In Badass Begums, Anoushka Jain introduces you to ten Mughal-era women whose lives were filled with ambition, romance, intrigue, and fierce resilience. Jahanara Begum, Shah Jahan's favorite daughter who designed Chandni Chowk; her sister, the fiery Roshanara Begum, who schemed with Aurangzeb to take over her father's empire; the indomitable Begum Samru, a tawaif-turned-ruler who led her own army into battles; Maham Anga and Mubarak Begum, whose counsel rivaled that of chief ministers; and the steadfast Qudsia Begum, who built riverfront gardens only to see them battered by rebellions - these stories come alive through a captivating narrative and walking tour maps of the places they inhabited or curated.

Based on meticulous research and written with warmth, Badass Begums offers an eye-opening journey through the breathtaking legacies still hidden in Delhi’s by-lanes.

ISBN: 9789373076515

Pages: 272

Avg Reading Time: 9 hrs

Age: 18+

Country of Origin: IN

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Who were the Begums featured in the book?

Badass Begums profiles remarkable Muslim women rulers and power-holders from Indian history who governed, negotiated, fought wars, and shaped politics in their own right. These include Begums who ruled princely states, managed courts, led armies, and made bold administrative decisions—often in periods when women’s authority was systematically erased from mainstream historical narratives.

Is this book suitable for general readers or academics?

The book is written primarily for general readers. It avoids heavy academic language while remaining historically grounded. That makes it accessible to history enthusiasts, young adults, and readers new to Indian history, while still offering enough depth and references to interest students and researchers.

What makes this different from standard history books?

Unlike conventional history texts that focus on kings and empires, Badass Begums centres women as active political agents rather than footnotes. It combines rigorous research with engaging storytelling, focusing on lived experiences, power dynamics, and personal courage—making history readable, relatable, and sharply revisionist.

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