Khusrau Mirza (16 August 1587 – 26 January 1622) was the eldest son of the Mughal Emperor Jahangir and his … See more

Khusrau was born in Lahore on August 16, 1587, as the eldest son and second child of Jahangir. His mother, Man Bai, was the daughter of Raja Bhagwant Das of Amber, India (modern-day Jaipur), head of the Kachhwaha clan … See more

Khusrau received an extensive and top-tier education which was overseen by Emperor Akbar. Akbar had appointed his most able and talented nobles who happened to be his Navaratnas, for the education of the young Prin… See more

As noted by a European clergyman of the Mughal court, Khusrau is reported to have a pleasing presence and was admired by the common people. He was known for his valour, secularism, and battlefield talent. On 28 Mar… See more

Khusrau's first wife and chief consort was the daughter of extremely powerful Mirza Aziz Koka, known as Khan Azam, son of Jiji Anga, Emperor Akbar's Wet nurse. When Khusrau's marriage was arranged with her, a… See more

Emperor Akbar, who had been deeply disappointed with Khusrau's father, Jahangir, due to his debauchery, negligence of duties, and rebellions against him, favoured his grandson, Khusrau for the succession to the Mug… See more

In 1622, Khusrau was killed on the orders of Prince Khurram. Khurram reported to Jahangir that the order was necessary due to an escape attempt made by Khusrau.
To honour his son, Jahangir had him buried next to the … See more