Q. Who became the first Nawab of Awadh in 1722?
Answer:
Saadat Khan Nishapuri
Notes: Saadat Khan Nishapuri was the first Nawab of Awadh appointed in 1722. He established the Awadh dynasty, reformed administration, and strengthened the province’s military and finances, marking the beginning of semi-autonomous rule under Mughal suzerainty.