It was not only the Mughal emperors that left an indelible mark in the history of the Indian subcontinent but also the queens and princesses. The latter's contributions to art, architecture, literature, cuisine, refinement, and administrative institutions were remarkable. The impact of these women is still being felt in the life of the people of India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan today.
This is a companion discussion topic for the original content at https://www.worldhistory.org/article/2098/royal-women-in-the-mughal-empire/.