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Anarkali

Legendary courtesan of Mughal India


Anarkali
Anarkali

Anarkali is a legendary lady said to be loved by the 16th-century Mughal Prince Salim, who later became Emperor Jahangir. According to some accounts, Anarkali was the nickname of the courtesan (tawaif) Sharf-un-Nisa, though scholars hold varying opinions.

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