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10. Killing for the Koh-i-Noor

Empire

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Betrayal and Power in Lahore

This chapter unfolds the dramatic siege of Lahore Fort led by Sher Singh and the tragic betrayal of Queen Mother Chan Kaur by her own handmaids. It explores the violent dynamics of royal life, the tragic fate of Cher Singh, and the emergence of young Maharaja Dalip Singh amidst the political chaos. Through the personal struggles of Rani Jindin and the challenges faced by her son, the narrative reveals the intertwining of personal and political conflicts during a tumultuous period marked by the coveted Koh-i-Noor diamond.

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