The Contribution of Women to Indian Gurkani Architecture

The reign of Gurkani kings, from Babur to Aurangzeb is architecturally one of India’s most flourishing cultural and artistic periods. During this period, not only men were involved in architecture and construction activities, but Mongol women and princesses also took an active part in architecture. The women of the royal and non-royal families, despite the limitations they faced, succeeded in making a major contribution to the construction of religious and non-religious buildings, relying on their talent, ingenuity, and perseverance. This article will address the role and contribution of these women to Indo-Islamic architecture.