Which Mughal Emperor banned the performance of music at court, discontinued the practice of Jharokha Darshan, and abolished the solar Ilahi calendar? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which Mughal Emperor banned the performance of music at court, discontinued the practice of Jharokha Darshan, and abolished the solar Ilahi calendar?
A. Shah Jahan
B. Bahadur Shah I
C. Jahangir
D. Aurangzeb
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Aurangzeb adopt an austere administrative style, removing court musicians and halting customary practices like Jharokha Darshan (balcony appearances) which he viewed as un-Islamic.

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