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Wazeeran, also known as Nawab Nigar Mahal Sahiba, was an Indian courtesan (tawaif). She was frequented by Last Nawab of Lucknow, Wajid Ali Shah.[1][2] He is said to have made her protégé, Ali Naqi Khan, his Wazir (Chief Minister) when he became king.[3][4] She was the daughter of courtesan, Bibi Jan.

References

  1. ^ Amir Hasan (1990). Vanishing culture of Lucknow. B R Pub corp. p. 123. {{cite book}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |coauthors= (help)
  2. ^ "Fall of a culture". Tribune India. Retrieved 28 January 2012.
  3. ^ "Fame and infamy". Business Line. Retrieved 28 January 2012.
  4. ^ "Courtesans of Yore". Herald of India. Retrieved 28 January 2012.