Who among the following Englishmen was giventhe title of lsquo khan rsquo by Jahangir ........

Ancient and Medieval History (Easy) Mughal Period

Who among the following Englishmen was giventhe title of ‘khan’ by Jahangir:

Thomas Roe

Ralph Fitch

Hawkins

Newbery

- Option 1: Thomas Roe

- Thomas Roe was an English diplomat.

- He was sent by King James I to the court of Jahangir.

- Although influential, he wasn't given the title ‘Khan’.

- Option 2: Ralph Fitch

- Ralph Fitch was an early English traveler to India.

- He journeyed in the late 16th century but had limited royal interactions.

- Not much is known about any titles conferred by Jahangir to him.

- Option 3: Hawkins

- Correct Answer: Hawkins, also known as William Hawkins, was given the title of ‘Khan’ by Jahangir.

- He arrived in India in 1608, representing the East India Company.

- Hawkins gained favor at Jahangir's court, earning him the title.

- Option 4: Newbery

- John Newbery was an English merchant.

- He traveled alongside Ralph Fitch but did not receive any titles from Jahangir.

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