History of Aurangzib, Based on Original Sources v3.c40.s8.11

v3.c40.s8.11

Aurangzib’s treatment of his father outraged not only the moral sense but also the social decorum of the age.* Rebellion against a reigning father was the curse of the Mughal imperial family. Jahangir had risen against Akbar’s Government and Shah Jahan against that of Jahangir. They had unhesitatingly encountered and even slain their fathers’ generals or rival brothers, but shrunk from facing their fathers in battle. At the arrival of the emperor in person the rebellious prince had either made his submission or fled in shame. But Aurangzib’s ambition had ridden over decency and the established conventions of society. Hence, he now came to be