10-5: The Grand Vizier

10-5: The Grand Vizier

Author: Islamic History Podcast February 3, 2025 Duration: 29:59

In this episode, we uncover the tumultuous rise of Imad ul Mulk, the Mughal Grand Vizier who played a pivotal role in the empire’s decline. From court intrigues to his betrayal of the emperor, discover how his ruthless ambition reshaped Mughal politics and hastened the empire’s fragmentation.

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