Why was the Battle of Dharmat significant?

It was the first major military defeat for Dara Shikoh's forces, establishing Aurangzeb as the frontrunner for the Mughal throne.

Mughal War of Succession

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: The battle of Dharmat was fought between:

The Battle of Dharmat was fought in 1658 between Aurangzeb and the forces of Dara Shikoh (led by Maharaja Jaswant Singh). It was a decisive victory for Aurangzeb during the Mughal war of succession.

Exam Year

2003

Evidence Source

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ID: MED_MUG_2003_24 Ref: Satish Chandra, Medieval India