Proper Nouns Lexicon

Muhammad (570–632) is the central figure of Islam and is regarded by Muslims as the final prophet. He transmitted the Qur’an, the holy book of Islam, and established a religious and political community in 7th-century Arabia.

Muhammad Momin (born circa 1600 - died 1675) was a renowned Mughal architect, best known for his contributions to funerary architecture in India, including the Tomb of Haji Jamal in Nakodar.

Mukteshvara is a form of Shiva, worshipped as the "Lord of Liberation." The Mukteshvara Temple in Bhubaneswar is renowned for its Kalinga-style architecture.

Mumtaz Mahal, born on April 27, 1593, and died on June 17, 1631, was the beloved wife of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. Her memory is immortalized by the construction of the Taj Mahal, one of the most famous monuments in the world.

Murugan is a major deity in Hinduism, particularly revered in South India and among Tamils. He is the god of war and victory.

Mustafa Kemal Atatürk (May 19, 1881 - November 10, 1938) was the founder and first president of the Republic of Turkey. He is renowned for his radical reforms that modernized the country and established a secular state on the foundations of modern Turkey.

The Nabataeans were an ancient people famed for their ability to adapt to desert conditions and their role in the incense and spice trade. They are best known for constructing the city of Petra in what is now Jordan.

Nagas in Hindu mythology and Khmer legends are serpentine deities revered for their roles as protectors of waters, fertility, and treasures. Among them, a particular figure, often called the Naga goddess, holds significant importance in Khmer traditions.

The Nagarathars, also known as Nattukottai Chettiars, are a prosperous mercantile community from Tamil Nadu, India, renowned for their rich history in trade and finance.

The Namgyal dynasty ruled over Ladakh, a region in northern India, from the 16th century to the mid-20th century, playing a crucial role in the region's political and cultural development.