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What role did the Yamuna play in the layout of the new Mughal city at Shahjahanabad?

Answer

In the new Mughal city of Shahjahanabad, the king’s palace commanded the river front view of the Yamuna. Only special nobles like the emperor’s oldest son were given access to the river.

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