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The Dogra Rajputs are a prominent martial community of northern India, | === Ethnic and Cultural Identity === | ||
The term '''Dogra''' does not refer to a single Rajput clan; rather, it represents a broader '''ethnic, cultural, and linguistic group'''. The Dogras are united by their shared ancestry, customs, and the '''Dogri language''', which is one of the 22 scheduled languages of India. Their culture reflects a unique blend of '''Rajput valor''' and '''Pahari traditions''', making them a distinct and influential community in the Indian subcontinent. | |||
=== Historical Significance === | |||
The Dogras rose to significant prominence in the '''19th century''' with the rise of the '''Jamwal Rajput dynasty''', founded by '''Maharaja Gulab Singh''' of the Jamwal clan of Kshatriyas. Originally a general in the '''Sikh Empire''', Gulab Singh established the princely state of '''Jammu and Kashmir''' after the First Anglo-Sikh War, under the Treaty of Amritsar (1846). His rule laid the foundation for a Dogra-led monarchy that continued until India’s independence. | |||
=== Clans and Warrior Traditions === | |||
The '''Dogra Rajput community''' comprises numerous clans, all bound by a strong warrior ethos. Their martial tradition is legendary, with centuries of service in regional armies and princely forces. This legacy continues today, particularly through the '''Dogra Regiment''' of the Indian Army — one of the oldest and most respected infantry regiments. The regiment includes both '''Dogra Rajputs''' and '''Dogra Brahmins''', reflecting the broader Dogra identity rooted in shared heritage and regional pride. | |||
The '''Dogra Rajputs''' are a prominent martial community of northern India, known for their valor, royal legacy, and rich cultural heritage. Primarily inhabiting the '''Jammu region''' of the Union Territory of '''Jammu and Kashmir''', they are also found in parts of '''Himachal Pradesh''' and '''Punjab'''. | |||
=== Historical Significance === | |||
The Dogras rose to significant prominence in the '''19th century''' with the rise of the '''Jamwal dynasty''', founded by '''Maharaja Gulab Singh'''. Originally a general in the '''Sikh Empire''', Gulab Singh established the princely state of '''Jammu and Kashmir''' after the First Anglo-Sikh War, under the Treaty of Amritsar (1846). His rule laid the foundation for a Dogra-led monarchy that continued until India’s independence. | |||
=== Clans and Warrior Traditions === | |||
The '''Dogra Rajput community''' comprises numerous clans, all bound by a strong warrior ethos. Their martial tradition is legendary, with centuries of service in regional armies and princely forces. This legacy continues today, particularly through the '''Dogra Regiment''' of the Indian Army — one of the oldest and most respected infantry regiments. The regiment includes both '''Dogra Rajputs''' and '''Dogra Brahmins''', reflecting the broader Dogra identity rooted in shared heritage and regional pride. | |||
Revision as of 12:49, 28 June 2025
Ethnic and Cultural Identity
The term Dogra does not refer to a single Rajput clan; rather, it represents a broader ethnic, cultural, and linguistic group. The Dogras are united by their shared ancestry, customs, and the Dogri language, which is one of the 22 scheduled languages of India. Their culture reflects a unique blend of Rajput valor and Pahari traditions, making them a distinct and influential community in the Indian subcontinent.
Historical Significance
The Dogras rose to significant prominence in the 19th century with the rise of the Jamwal Rajput dynasty, founded by Maharaja Gulab Singh of the Jamwal clan of Kshatriyas. Originally a general in the Sikh Empire, Gulab Singh established the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir after the First Anglo-Sikh War, under the Treaty of Amritsar (1846). His rule laid the foundation for a Dogra-led monarchy that continued until India’s independence.
Clans and Warrior Traditions
The Dogra Rajput community comprises numerous clans, all bound by a strong warrior ethos. Their martial tradition is legendary, with centuries of service in regional armies and princely forces. This legacy continues today, particularly through the Dogra Regiment of the Indian Army — one of the oldest and most respected infantry regiments. The regiment includes both Dogra Rajputs and Dogra Brahmins, reflecting the broader Dogra identity rooted in shared heritage and regional pride.
The Dogra Rajputs are a prominent martial community of northern India, known for their valor, royal legacy, and rich cultural heritage. Primarily inhabiting the Jammu region of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, they are also found in parts of Himachal Pradesh and Punjab.
Historical Significance
The Dogras rose to significant prominence in the 19th century with the rise of the Jamwal dynasty, founded by Maharaja Gulab Singh. Originally a general in the Sikh Empire, Gulab Singh established the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir after the First Anglo-Sikh War, under the Treaty of Amritsar (1846). His rule laid the foundation for a Dogra-led monarchy that continued until India’s independence.
Clans and Warrior Traditions
The Dogra Rajput community comprises numerous clans, all bound by a strong warrior ethos. Their martial tradition is legendary, with centuries of service in regional armies and princely forces. This legacy continues today, particularly through the Dogra Regiment of the Indian Army — one of the oldest and most respected infantry regiments. The regiment includes both Dogra Rajputs and Dogra Brahmins, reflecting the broader Dogra identity rooted in shared heritage and regional pride.