What is the meaning of the title 'Padshah'?

It is a Persian term derived from 'Pad' (stability) and 'Shah' (king), signifying a powerful, stable, and independent emperor.

Sovereignty and Political Identity

UPSC Archival Analysis

Exam Year

2015

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ID: MED_MUG_2015_59 Ref: Zahiruddin Babur, Baburnama

Babur adopted the title 'Padshah' first at:

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Babur first adopted the title 'Padshah' (Emperor) in 1507 while he was in Kabul. This was done to assert his independent sovereignty and distinguish himself from other Timurid princes.