Who were the royal Persian women? What powers did they possess?

Royal Persian women included the king's mother, wives, family members, concubines, courtesans and entertainers such as musicians and dancing girls. They wielded much influence on the king and on policy-making. They were also involved in intrigues including horrific acts of violence. They could own and manage land, attended battles as camp-followers and performed acts of public significance. This source-based homework task is designed for students of the NSW Ancient History Syllabus for the Australian Curriculum
Higher School Certificate course
Historical Periods
Option D: Persia - Cyrus II to the death of Darius III
It can also be used as part of
Historical Societies
Option D: Persia in the time of Darius I and Xerxes