The historic battle of Samugarh (1658 CE), a decisive clash in the Mughal war of succession, was fought between which two brothers? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The historic battle of Samugarh (1658 CE), a decisive clash in the Mughal war of succession, was fought between which two brothers?
A. Aurangzeb and Shah Shuja
B. Dara Shikoh and Aurangzeb
C. Shah Shuja and Murad Bakhsh
D. Dara Shikoh and Murad Bakhsh
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Battle of Samugarh saw Aurangzeb defeat the imperial forces led by his elder brother Dara Shikoh, a victory that allowed him to secure the throne and imprison their father, Shah Jahan.

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