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Audrey Truschke is an American historian and professor specializing in South Asian history, particularly the Mughal Empire. She is known for her research on Persian-language sources, cultural exchange, and political narratives of medieval India. Truschke’s work often challenges popular misconceptions about figures like Aurangzeb and provides a scholarly, evidence-based understanding of the past. She is the author of several influential books, including Aurangzeb: The Life and Legacy of India’s Most Controversial King and Culture of Encounters. A strong advocate for academic freedom, she frequently engages in public discussions on history, memory, and contemporary politics.
