In many ways the daily routine and special festivities associated with the Mughal court have conveyed a sense of the power of the emperor:

1. The royal throne depicted the higher status of the emperor.

2. The canopy was the symbol of the Mughal monarch.

3. Each courtier has a definite place to seat. It reflected his position in the court, the closer the seat to the emperor the more his important increased. When the king was seated on his throne, no courtier could change his seat or go outside without the permission of the emperor.

4. There were special norms for reception, courtesy and speech to regulate the systems and control of the court.

5. Good conduct and courtesy was expected from diplomatic envoys.

6. The dazzling decoration on special occasions and the abundant expenses enhanced the power, authority and dignity of the king.

7. The Jharoka Darshan was introduced by Akbar. He wanted to broaden the popular faith in the imperial authority. After performing his devotional prayers, he would go a small balcony facing the east. The crowd of the people had the view of the emperor. It was called as the Jharoka Darshan.