ICSE Class 8 History & Civics
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Decline of the Mughal Empire — Question 3
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What is the Law of Primogeniture? Why was this law not followed by the Mughals?
The law of Primogeniture is a law whereby the eldest son would be the rightful successor to the throne.
During the later Mughal period, the Nobles acted as king makers. The death of the king was followed by a war of succession among the sons of the dead ruler. The nobles used to put the weakest prince on the throne to suit their personal interest. That is why the law of Primogeniture was not followed by the Mughals.