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Battle of Tilpat, 1699 is one of the most unsung battles of late medieval era. The battle lasted four days and 4,000 Mughal soldiers lay dead at the end of it. Thread on the battle, the events leading up to it and rise of Veer Gokula.
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The reasons behind the revolt were the discriminatory religious & economic policies of Aurangzeb.
In 1665, restrictions were imposed on public celebration of Holi & Diwali. The same year it was decided that Hindus would pay 5% duty on their goods & Muslims would pay only 2.5%.
In 1665, restrictions were imposed on public celebration of Holi & Diwali. The same year it was decided that Hindus would pay 5% duty on their goods & Muslims would pay only 2.5%.
In 1688, Hindu fairs (a key aspect of village life in Braj Bhoomi) were banned. In early 1660s Aurangzeb appointed the zealot Abdun Nabi is faujdar of Mathura to suppress Hindus in the holy city. Nabi went on work to implement his master's policy.
