Which Mughal Emperor engraved his figure on his coins for the first time?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Jahangir
Explanation:
· Portrait Coins: Emperor Jahangir was the first Mughal ruler to mint coins bearing his own portrait (bust). This was a significant departure from the orthodox Islamic tradition, which generally prohibited the depiction of living beings (aniconism).
· Artistic Nature: Jahangir was a great patron of the arts and had a distinct taste. He issued gold Mohurs where he is depicted holding a wine cup or a flower, often with a Persian couplet.
· Timeline: These portrait coins were primarily issued starting around 1611 AD.
Additional Information (Other Options):
· (a) Aurangzeb: He was strictly orthodox. Far from putting his image on coins, he actually banned the inscription of the Kalima (Islamic confession of faith) on coins in 1659, fearing it would be defiled by passing through the hands of non-believers or falling on the ground.
· (c) Akbar: While Akbar was liberal and issued coins with figures like Rama and Sita (Siya-Ram coins) or animals (duck, hawk), the practice of engraving the Emperor's own portrait is specifically attributed to Jahangir's reign.
Information Booster:
· Zodiac Coins: Jahangir is also famous for issuing a series of coins depicting the Zodiac signs, which are considered numismatic rarities today.
· Nur Jahan: Jahangir was the only Mughal Emperor who allowed the name of his queen, Nur Jahan, to be struck on the coinage alongside his own.