Akbar first wife

Ruqaiya Begum Sultan: The Empress of the Mughal Empire Introduction Ruqaiya Begum Sultan (1542–1626) was a significant figure in the early history of the Mughal Empire. She was the first wife and chief consort of the third Mughal emperor, Akbar the Great, and played a crucial role not only in his personal life but also in the broader context of Mughal politics and court dynamics. Her life provides valuable insights into the status of women in the Mughal court, as well as the complexities of royal relationships in the empire.