Bahadur Shah tried to conciliate the rebellious Sikhs by making peace ...
Bahadur Shah had tried to conciliate the rebellious Sikhs by making peacewith Guru Gobind Singh and giving him a high mansab (rank). But after the death of the Guru, the Sikhs once again raised the banner of revolt in Punjab under theleadership of Banda Bahadur.
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Bahadur Shah tried to conciliate the rebellious Sikhs by making peace ...
Bahadur Shah, the Mughal emperor, attempted to appease the rebellious Sikhs by making peace with their leader, Guru Gobind Singh. The following are the reasons and details of this conciliatory attempt:
Reasons for Conciliation:
1. The Mughal empire was facing a crisis due to the resistance of the Sikhs, who were challenging their authority and posing a threat to their rule.
2. Bahadur Shah realized that the use of force alone could not subdue the Sikhs, and that he needed to adopt a conciliatory approach to win their hearts and minds.
Details of Conciliation:
1. Bahadur Shah sent a message to Guru Gobind Singh, expressing his desire for peace and offering to meet with him.
2. Guru Gobind Singh agreed to the meeting and traveled to Agra to meet with the emperor.
3. Bahadur Shah received the Guru with great respect and offered him a high rank (mansab) in his court, along with other honors and rewards.
4. The emperor also promised to grant the Sikhs some concessions, such as exemption from certain taxes and the right to retain their weapons.
5. The meeting between Bahadur Shah and Guru Gobind Singh was successful, and it led to a temporary truce between the Mughals and the Sikhs.
Importance of Conciliation:
1. The conciliatory approach adopted by Bahadur Shah was significant as it showed his willingness to engage in a dialogue with the Sikhs and address their grievances.
2. It demonstrated that the Mughals were willing to make concessions and accommodate the Sikhs' demands, which helped to reduce tensions between the two communities.
3. The meeting between Bahadur Shah and Guru Gobind Singh was a significant step towards building trust and promoting reconciliation between the Mughals and the Sikhs.