Gulbadan Begum (1523–1603), the daughter of Babur and half-sister of Humayun, wrote historical accounts during the Mughal period. Her work, the ‘Humayunama’, provides a valuable and intimate perspective, particularly detailing the reign of Humayun and giving insights into the Mughal harem and courtly life. ANSWER: (C) Gulbadan Begum.
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Gulbadan Begum, (option C) the daughter of Babur and sister of Humayun, holds the distinction of being a female chronicler during the Mughal period. Her work, the ‘Humayunama’ (The History of Humayun), was written at the request of her nephew, Emperor Akbar. This historical account is highly valued because it offers a unique and rare female perspective on the political turbulence, dynastic struggles and the social life within the royal Mughal household, covering the reigns of both Babur and Humayun.