Chand Bibi vs Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi

After the death of Sultan Burhan Nizam Shah II, Chand Bibi became regent for the infant prince. She took control of the kingdom's affairs during a critical period when the Mughal Empire under Akbar was expanding into the Deccan.

Chand Bibi led the successful defense of Ahmadnagar fort against a Mughal siege led by Prince Murad. She negotiated a treaty that recognized Mughal suzerainty but preserved Ahmadnagar's internal autonomy, temporarily halting Mughal conquest.

Chand Bibi signed a treaty with the Mughal Empire ceding Berar but retaining Ahmadnagar. The agreement temporarily stabilized the region but was criticized by some nobles who wanted continued resistance against Mughal expansion.

Chand Bibi was killed during a second Mughal siege of Ahmadnagar fort, possibly assassinated by her own troops who suspected her of negotiating surrender. Her death led to the fall of the fort and the end of effective Nizam Shahi resistance.

Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi became the Ruler of Sharjah on January 25, 1972, after the assassination of his cousin, Khalid bin Muhammad Al Qasimi. He is the current ruler and has served as a member of the UAE Supreme Council.

Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, a noted historian, authored several books on Gulf history, including 'The Myth of Arab Piracy in the Gulf' (1986) and 'The Gulf in Historic Maps' (1996). His works challenged Western narratives and promoted regional historiography.

Sultan bin Muhammad launched the Sharjah Biennial in 1993, an international art exhibition that became a major event in the Middle East. He also established the Sharjah Art Foundation and numerous museums, promoting Sharjah as a cultural capital.

Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi founded the University of Sharjah in 1997, a major institution for higher education in the UAE. The university offers a wide range of programs and has become a center for academic and cultural exchange.