Qadд±n -

Sultans often married foreign princesses (e.g., Byzantine or Serbian) to create alliances.

Their importance was largely defined by their ability to bear children—particularly sons (Şehzade) to secure the succession. A Qadın who bore a son, and saw him survive, gained unparalleled influence. QadД±n

By the 19th century, the role of Qadın became more standardized, often becoming the formal title for women chosen to be the official wives of the Sultan within the modernized palace structure. 4. Famous Individuals Similar in Role Sultans often married foreign princesses (e