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08:54, 20 June 2025 ‎Veer Chandra Singh Garhwali (hist | edit) ‎[2,272 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Veer Chandra Singh Garhwali (25 December 1891 – 1 October 1979) was born in Chandpurgarh, in the Garhwal region. He belonged to the Chauhan dynasty lineage. Despite coming from a modest family where his father Jalouth Singh Bhandari was an illiterate farmer, Chandra Singh taught himself to read and write. == Military Career == Chandra Singh joined the British Indian Army on 3 September 1914 at Lansdowne. During World War I, he served on the Western Front in France and...") Tag: Visual edit
08:48, 20 June 2025 ‎Relations Between Mewar and Amer After the Battle of Haldighati (hist | edit) ‎[2,393 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The popular belief that enmity existed between the royal houses of Mewar and Amer following the Battle of Haldighati (1576) is largely unfounded and oversimplified. Despite the fact that Raja Man Singh of Amer led the Mughal forces in that battle against Maharana Pratap of Mewar, relations between the two Rajput clans remained respectful and even cordial. == Post-Battle Alliances and Family Ties == One of the strongest testaments to their continued respect and kinship i...") Tag: Visual edit
08:43, 20 June 2025 ‎Col Megh Singh (hist | edit) ‎[3,910 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Col Megh Singh stands as a pioneering figure in the history of Indian Special Forces. His daring leadership and bold initiatives during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965 laid the foundation for what would eventually become the Para Special Forces of the Indian Army. == Background and Early Career == Before joining the Brigade of Guards, Megh Singh served with the Patiala State Forces. By 1965, he was serving as a staff officer at Headquarters Western Command in Shimla. Den...") Tag: Visual edit
08:37, 20 June 2025 ‎Narratives by Maratha Brahmin on Rajput (hist | edit) ‎[5,058 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The systematic marginalization of Rajput contributions in Indian historiography and public discourse has been shaped, in part, by a concentrated effort by elite caste groups particularly Marathi Brahmin intellectuals and Maratha power circles. This article examines how two dominant narratives, widely circulated in media, film, and academia, have misrepresented and minimized Rajput history while elevating the legacy of Marathi elites. It also outlines the socio-political...") Tag: Visual edit
06:19, 20 June 2025 ‎Bundela Rebellion of 1842 (hist | edit) ‎[4,286 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Bundela Rebellion (1842) was a significant early rebellion against British colonial authority in the central Indian region of Bundelkhand, predating the more widely known Indian Rebellion of 1857 by fifteen years. This uprising, primarily led by Rajput landlords and chieftains, was fueled by widespread discontent over British land revenue policies, dispossession of hereditary land rights, and the imposition of foreign law. It marked an important assertion of indigenous r...") Tag: Visual edit
06:17, 20 June 2025 ‎Neemuchana Massacre (hist | edit) ‎[3,892 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Neemuchana Massacre (14 May 1925) was a mass killing of Rajput farmers in Neemuchana village, Alwar princely state (present-day Rajasthan, India). It is considered one of the deadliest peasant massacres in Indian history after the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. According to official records, around 250 farmers were killed and more than 600 injured when the state forces opened machine-gun fire on unarmed protesters opposing increased land revenue and revocation of hereditary...") Tag: Visual edit
06:11, 20 June 2025 ‎Major Deependra Singh Sengar (hist | edit) ‎[4,267 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Major Deependra Singh Sengar was born in Sheikpur, a village located in Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh. He hails from the Sengar Rajput community, a prominent warrior clan in northern India. Not much is publicly documented about his early education, but he later graduated from the Indian Military Academy (IMA) and joined the elite Parachute Regiment (Special Forces) of the Indian Army. He later married the daughter of Fateh Singh Rathore, India's foremost tiger conserva...") Tag: Visual edit
05:21, 20 June 2025 ‎Udaybhan Rathore (hist | edit) ‎[4,288 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Udaybhan Singh Rathore was a Rajput military officer of the Bhinai Thikana (comprising 84 villages) in Ajmer, Rajasthan. He was a direct descendant of Rao Chandrasen Rathore, the last independent ruler of Marwar, who famously resisted Mughal emperor Akbar throughout his life without forming any alliance, unlike several other contemporary Rajput rulers. In recognition of their military services, the Bhinai family was granted the hereditary title of ''Raja'' by the Mahara...") Tag: Visual edit
05:08, 20 June 2025 ‎Lohri: Folklore, Festival, and the Legacy of Dulla Bhatti (hist | edit) ‎[3,750 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Lohri is a traditional Punjabi festival celebrated primarily in the northern regions of India, particularly in Punjab, on January 13 each year. The festival marks the end of winter, the harvest of the Rabi crop, and is observed with bonfires, songs, dance, and offerings of jaggery, sesame, and grains. Behind the festive rituals lies a folkloric and historical narrative, prominently associated with Rai Abdullah Khan Bhatti, popularly known as Dulla Bhatti, a 16th-century...") Tag: Visual edit
05:00, 20 June 2025 ‎Rani Karnavati of Garhwal (hist | edit) ‎[2,486 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Rani Karnavati (r. 1631–1640), popularly known as ''Nak-Kati Rani'' (the Nose-Cutting Queen), was the regent of the Garhwal Kingdom in present-day Uttarakhand, India. She assumed power following the death of her husband, Raja Mahipat Shah, who died in battle against Kumaon in 1631. She served as regent for her minor son Prithvipati Shah and is remembered for her administrative skill, military leadership, and cultural patronage. == Early Life and Background == Rani Kar...") Tag: Visual edit
04:50, 20 June 2025 ‎Maharaja Hanwant Singh (hist | edit) ‎[3,760 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Maharaja Hanwant Singh Ji of Marwar == Maharaja Hanwant Singh Ji (1923–1952) was the last ruling Maharaja of the princely state of Jodhpur (Marwar) before its integration into the Indian Union. Known for his deep connection with his people and charismatic leadership, he played a notable role in early post-independence Indian politics. == Political Ambitions and Conflict with Congress == In the lead-up to India’s first general elections in 1952, Hanwant Singh soug...") Tag: Visual edit
04:46, 20 June 2025 ‎Gurjara vs Gujjar (hist | edit) ‎[5,172 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The term "Gurjara" historically refers to a geographical and territorial designation in Western India, primarily covering regions of present-day Rajasthan and Gujarat. The term has been used in inscriptions, literary texts, and foreign accounts from as early as the 6th century CE and should not be confused with the Gujjar caste, a pastoral community with distinct socio-historical roots. == Origin and Early Usage == The earliest recorded usage of the name "Gurjara" comes...") Tag: Visual edit
08:50, 19 June 2025 ‎Bisht (hist | edit) ‎[573 bytes] ‎Sahastrajitsingh (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Bisht (derived from the Sanskrit term "Vashisht", literally meaning distinguished) was a title given to nobles in both Kumaon and Garhwal Kingdoms. The Bisht group in Kumaon includes the Thakur-Rajput lineages of Bora, Saun, Darmual, Gaira, Bisari, Kharku or Karki, Kathi, Khandi, Ulsi, Bhilaula, Chilwal, Dahil, Bhainsora, Chamyau, Bani, Dhani and Bagadwal clans belonging to three different gotras (Kashyap, Bharadwaj and Upamanyu) and two different Pravara. The majority...")
08:43, 19 June 2025 ‎Rao Shekha (hist | edit) ‎[2,774 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Rao Shekha (1433–1488) was a prominent Kachwaha Rajput ruler and the founder of the Shekhawat clan and the Shekhawati region in present-day Rajasthan, India. A descendant of the rulers of Amber, Rao Shekha established an independent principality with its capital at Amarsar, laying the foundations for a powerful Rajput federation in northeastern Rajputana. == Early Life == Rao Shekha was born in 1433 as the son of Rao Mokal, a Kachwaha Rajput ruler of Amber. He belonge...") Tag: Visual edit
08:36, 19 June 2025 ‎Camels in Indian Warfare (hist | edit) ‎[4,086 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Camels have played a significant role in Indian warfare and military logistics, particularly in the arid and semi-arid regions of Rajasthan and Gujarat. From ancient times through the medieval period to the modern era, camel-mounted units were deployed for combat, transport, and patrol duties. == Historical Use == Camels, known as ''Ushtra'' in Sanskrit (later ''Uttra'' in Prakrit and ''Unta'' in Apabhramsa), are referenced in Vedic texts and depicted in early Indian ar...") Tag: Visual edit
08:20, 19 June 2025 ‎Gang Canal (hist | edit) ‎[2,134 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Gang Canal is the oldest of the three major irrigation systems in the Sri Ganganagar district of Rajasthan, India. It was conceived and initiated by Maharaja Ganga Singh of Bikaner to combat severe famine conditions faced by the Bikaner state at the turn of the 20th century. == History == During the famine of 1899–1900, Maharaja Ganga Singh sought a long-term solution to recurring droughts and food shortages. In 1903, he enlisted the services of A. W. E. Standley, Chi...") Tag: Visual edit
08:18, 19 June 2025 ‎Brigadier Raghubir Singh, MVC (hist | edit) ‎[1,598 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Brigadier Raghubir Singh was an officer of the Indian Army who commanded the 18 Rajputana Rifles (Saurashtra) during the Indo-Pak War of 1965. He is noted for his leadership and bravery during the Battle of Asal Uttar. == Early Life and Background == Raghubir Singh belonged to the Rajawat Kachhwaha Rajput clan. He began his military career by joining the Hazari Guards of the Jaipur State Forces. Later, he served with the Swai Man Guards, which was subsequently renamed t...") Tag: Visual edit
08:16, 19 June 2025 ‎General Zorawar Singh Kahluria (hist | edit) ‎[2,225 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "General Zorawar Singh Kahluria was born in 1786 into a Rajput family from Kahlur (now Bilaspur), Himachal Pradesh. At age 16, he became a private servant to Rana Jaswant Singh of Ramnagar, where he learned riding, archery, and swordsmanship. == Rise to Prominence == He later joined as a sepoy under the Kiladar of Reasi, gaining recognition for his bravery and intelligence. His efforts to improve Raja Gulab Singh’s supply system earned him a promotion as inspector of c...") Tag: Visual edit
08:10, 19 June 2025 ‎Major Abhey Singh Hada (hist | edit) ‎[1,801 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Major Abhey Singh was an officer of the Poona Horse regiment, originally from a respected family in Palaita village, Kota, Rajasthan. Though retired, he volunteered to rejoin his regiment during the 1971 war against Pakistan. Commanded by Hanut Singh Rathore at the time, the regiment accepted his request, making his participation a unique example in Indian military history. He fought in the famous Battle of Basantar in the Sakargarh sector of Pakistan. == Early Military...") Tag: Visual edit
08:09, 19 June 2025 ‎Lieutenant Bikram Singh Rathore (hist | edit) ‎[1,745 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Lieutenant Bikram Singh Rathore was a brave officer from Sialba village, Punjab, who fought and died during the Indo-China War of 1962. He commanded 120 soldiers of Delta Company, 6 Kumaon Regiment, in the Battle of Walong, Arunachal Pradesh (then NEFA). == Battle of Namti Nullah == On 23 October 1962, Lt. Bikram Singh and his men successfully ambushed Chinese troops at a small hanging bridge over Namti Nullah. By removing planks from the bridge, they caused the first C...") Tag: Visual edit
08:08, 19 June 2025 ‎Gobind Singh Rathore (hist | edit) ‎[1,785 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Gobind Singh Rathore (7 December 1887 – 9 December 1942) was a soldier from Damoi village in Nagaur district, Rajasthan. He served in the British Indian Army during World War I and was awarded the Victoria Cross (VC) for his bravery. == Military Career and Valor == Gobind Singh joined the Jodhpur Lancers and later became a Lance-Daffadar in the 28th Light Cavalry. He was attached to the 2nd Lancers (Gardner’s Horse) during World War I and fought in France. On the n...") Tag: Visual edit
08:06, 19 June 2025 ‎Lukhdeer Singh (hist | edit) ‎[2,667 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Thakur Lukhdeer Singh of Bijawar was a Rajput chieftain who played a significant role in the political affairs of Alwar during the mid-19th century. == Background and Political Role == After the death of Maharao Raja Banni Singh of Alwar in August 1857, his twelve-year-old son Sheodan Singh succeeded the throne. During Sheodan Singh’s minority, the administration was controlled by Muslim Diwans from Delhi, who held considerable influence over the young ruler. Their ac...") Tag: Visual edit
08:03, 19 June 2025 ‎Shaitan Singh Bhati (hist | edit) ‎[2,343 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Major Shaitan Singh Bhati was born on 1 December 1924 in Banasar near Phalodi, Jodhpur. His father, Lt. Col. Hem Singh, served with the Jodhpur Lancers during World War I. After completing his schooling at Chopasani School and graduation from Jaswant College, Jodhpur, in 1947, Shaitan Singh began his military career by joining the Durga Horse of the former Jodhpur State as an officer cadet. He trained at the Officers Training School in Poona from August 1947 to July 1949...") Tag: Visual edit
08:01, 19 June 2025 ‎Jhala Zalim Singh (hist | edit) ‎[2,635 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Jhala Zalim Singh was a powerful statesman from Kota, Rajasthan, during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Although he never held the title of ruler, his influence in Kota and neighboring states often surpassed that of reigning monarchs. == Early Life == Zalim Singh was born in 1739, shortly after the death of his father. He was adopted by his uncle Himmat Singh, the commander of the Kota forces. After Himmat Singh’s death in 1758, Zalim Singh inherited his jagir...") Tag: Visual edit
07:56, 19 June 2025 ‎Prithvi Vallabh (hist | edit) ‎[984 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Prithvi-Vallabh was a royal title adopted by kings during the Rajput period (600 AD to 1200 AD), initially by the Rashtrakuta (Rathore) rulers of India and later by monarchs from succeeding dynasties. The title was first assumed by Dantidurga, an 8th-century ruler of the Deccan. == Meaning and Significance == The term ''Prithvi'' translates to "the earth", while ''Vallabha'' means either "head of household" or "lover". Hence, the title ''Prithvi-Vallabh'' can be loosely...") Tag: Visual edit
01:40, 19 June 2025 ‎Shrinet (hist | edit) ‎[933 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The Shrinet (also Srinet, or Sarnet) is a Rajput clan belonging to the Suryavanshi lineage, primarily found in regions of Srinagar (Garhwal), as well as parts of northern Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. The clan is associated with the Nikumbh dynasty, a historically significant Kshatriya lineage in Indian tradition. == Origin == The Shrinet Rajputs are a branch of the Nikumbha dynasty, known for their devotion to Goddess Chandrika, whom they worship as their kuldevi (clan deit...") Tag: Visual edit
01:30, 19 June 2025 ‎Bhadauria (hist | edit) ‎[915 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Bhadauria Rajputs trace their origins to the Chauhan dynasty of Shakambhari, following the dynasty’s decline after the Second Battle of Tarain (1192 CE). In the aftermath, branches of the Chauhans migrated and settled along the Chambal River, particularly in the region near the Yamuna River, where they established important centers such as Chandrawar and Kamait (near present-day Bhind, Madhya Pradesh). During this period, the Bhadauria Chauhans accepted the suzerainty...") Tag: Visual edit
07:24, 18 June 2025 ‎Somavanshi (hist | edit) ‎[2,720 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Somavanshi Rajputs are considered the Southern branch of the Kuru dynasty, the same dynasty to which the Pāndavas of the Mahābhārata belonged. While the Arjunāyans (later known as the Tomar Rajputs) ruled regions in Northern India (including modern-day Delhi, Haryana, and Uttarakhand), the Somavanshis established their stronghold in the Kaushambi region, ruling the ancient Vatsa kingdom. == King Udayana and the Vatsa Kingdom == The most renowned ruler of the Somavan...") Tag: Visual edit
04:37, 18 June 2025 ‎Bandhalgoti (hist | edit) ‎[1,314 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Bandhalgoti is a Rajput clan primarily found in Uttar Pradesh, India, especially in Amethi and its surrounding regions such as Ayodhya and Gonda. They are an offshoot of the Kachhwaha dynasty and claim Suryavanshi descent, tracing their lineage to Kush, the son of Rama and Sita. The Bandhalgoti Rajputs historically ruled several taluqdari estates including Amethi (considered the principal seat), Kohra, and Shahgarh. The rulers of Kohra belong to the illustrious Kachhwah...") Tag: Visual edit
03:10, 18 June 2025 ‎Katoch (hist | edit) ‎[1,188 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Katoch is a prominent Rajput clan of the Chandravanshi Kshatriya lineage. Traditionally, the Katoch Rajputs have resided in the Trigarta Kingdom, an ancient region that includes present-day Jalandhar, Multan, and parts of modern Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu. == History == The Katoch dynasty is considered one of the oldest surviving royal dynasties in the world. They are mentioned in ancient Hindu epics such as the ''Ramayana'' and the ''Mahabharata''...") Tag: Visual edit
03:06, 18 June 2025 ‎Naruka (hist | edit) ‎[569 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Naruka is a sub-clan of the Kachhwaha Rajputs found in India. The Narukas trace their descent from Maharao Naru Singh of Mozamabad, a grandson of Rao Bar Singh, who was the eldest son of Raja Udaikarna of Amer. Rao Bar Singh relinquished his claim to the throne of Amer, and his descendants came to be known as Narukas. Among the Kachhwaha sub-clans, Naruka holds a prominent and respected position in Rajput history. The clan went on to establish and independently rule the...") Tag: Visual edit
03:04, 18 June 2025 ‎Nathawat (hist | edit) ‎[481 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Nathawat is a sub-clan of the Kachwaha Rajputs, belonging to the Suryavanshi lineage. The clan traces its ancestry to the Rajput warrior Rao Natha Ji of Amber, a prominent figure in Rajput history. The Nathawat clan primarily established their Thikanas (estates) in regions surrounding Jaipur, with prominent centers including Chomu, Samode, Kalwada, Mundota, and Morija. These estates played an important role in the political and cultural framework of the Amber-Jaipur state.") Tag: Visual edit
09:57, 17 June 2025 ‎Chand dynasty (hist | edit) ‎[303 bytes] ‎Sahastrajitsingh (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The Chand dynasty was a medieval Chandravanshi Rajput dynasty that ruled over the Kumaon region in Uttarakhand. Raja Som Chand who was a scion of the Chandel House of Chanderi established the Chand dynasty around the 10th century by establishing his capital at Rajbunga in present-day Champawat.")
07:12, 17 June 2025 ‎Khangarot (hist | edit) ‎[1,175 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Khangarot is a prominent Rajput clan of the Kachhwaha dynasty, known for holding the largest number of tazimi thikanas, including Boraj, Diggi, and Jobner. They were closely allied with the Jaipur royal family, known for their loyalty and military service. Descended from Maharao Khangar, a celebrated warrior and noble, the clan’s legacy is marked by bravery and royal service. Rao Khangar Singh, son of Maharav Jagmal Kachhwaha and nephew of Raja Bharmal of Amber, distin...") Tag: Visual edit
06:03, 14 June 2025 ‎Castes with Rajput Ancestry (hist | edit) ‎[436 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "''Castes with Rajput Ancestry'' refers to communities and social groups in the Indian subcontinent that trace their lineage to Rajputs. These groups may have descended from Rajputs through secondary unions such as concubinage, marriages with non-Rajput women, or from branches that lost their status due to social, political, or economic changes. Their social positions and identities vary widely across regions and historical contexts.") Tag: Visual edit
05:49, 14 June 2025 ‎Ajaigarh (hist | edit) ‎[280 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "{{InfoPrincely|dynasty=Bundela|state=Madhya Pradesh|gun_salutes=11|agency=Central India Agency|accession=1st January 1950|revenue=INR 225,000 (1893)|area=2,077.18 Square Kilometers|population=96,596 (1941)|privy_purse=INR 74,700|hindi_name=अजैगढ|also_known_as=Ajaygarh}}") Tag: Visual edit
05:21, 14 June 2025 ‎Jaipur (hist | edit) ‎[899 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "{{InfoboxRajputState|dynasty=Kachhwaha|clan=Rajawat|state=Rajasthan|gun_salutes=17|agency=Rajputana Agency|accession=7th April 1949|revenue=INR 14,343,000 (1931)|area=43,900 Square Kilometers|population=2,631,775 (1931)|privy_purse=INR 1,800,000|hindi_name=जयपुर|also_known_as=Amber}}") Tag: Visual edit
04:55, 14 June 2025 ‎Rajput in Politics (hist | edit) ‎[0 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "{{MyInfobox|title=Satyendra Singh|birth=1999|occupation=Developer}}") Tag: Visual edit
09:10, 13 June 2025 ‎Temples Built by Rajput Dynasties (hist | edit) ‎[16,992 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The Rajputs stand unmatched in the history of the Indian subcontinent as the singular warrior class who single-handedly championed the construction of magnificent Hindu temples, unlike any other community. Celebrated for their unparalleled valor, unwavering dedication to preserving Hindu dharma, and artistic vision, Rajput rulers and clans undertook the monumental task of erecting temples that are not only places of worship but also eternal symbols of Rajput sovereignty,...") Tag: Visual edit
08:43, 13 June 2025 ‎Deora Chauhan (hist | edit) ‎[2,315 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Deora (also spelled Devda, Devra) is a branch of the Songara (Sonegara) Chauhan Rajput clan in India. The Songara Chauhans historically ruled Jalore, a region named after Swarngiri (literally "Golden Mountain"), which influenced the clan’s name, "Songara." The Songara Chauhans are noted for their resistance against Alauddin Khilji, the Sultan of Delhi. Rao Deoraj is recognized as the founding ancestor of the Deora clan. In earlier times, rulers of Chandravati and Siroh...") Tag: Visual edit
07:46, 13 June 2025 ‎Sikarwar (hist | edit) ‎[1,914 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The '''Sikarwar''' is a Rajput clan traditionally found in the regions of Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. They were the original founders of Vijaypur Sikri, later renamed ''Fatehpur Sikri'' by the Mughal emperor Babur. Some Jat clans have also adopted "Sikarwar" as a ''gotra''. == History of Sikarwar == The Sikarwars are a Rajput clan primarily associated with Rajasthan (particularly Nadoli), Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh. The clan name is belie...") Tag: Visual edit
07:35, 13 June 2025 ‎Maurya (Mori) (hist | edit) ‎[968 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The Mauryas, also referred to as Moris, were a recognized power in the Chittor and Kota regions by the 6th century AD. They appear in inscriptions such as one from Jhalarapatan dated AD 690 and the Kansua inscription of AD 738, which mentions King Dhavala. The dynasty likely ruled as feudatories of larger empires like the Imperial Pratiharas. Names of four Maurya rulers—Krishnaraj, Chandragupta, Aryaraj, and Dindiraj—are preserved in fragmentary inscriptions. Legends...") Tag: Visual edit originally created as "Maurya"
07:31, 13 June 2025 ‎Sankhla (hist | edit) ‎[455 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The '''Sankhlas''' are a '''sub-clan of the Paramaras''', noted for ruling the '''Janglu''' region (modern western Rajasthan). After the decline of the '''Shakambhari-Ajmer Chauhans''', a Sankhla chief '''Rai Singh (Rai-Si)''', son of Mahipal, seized '''Janglu'''from the Chauhans around the 13th century. This marked the establishment of the '''Sankhlas of Janglu''', distinct from the '''Runecha''' branch of Marwar. Their control extended to '''Roon (Runa)''', and they b...") Tag: Visual edit
07:30, 13 June 2025 ‎Shekhawat (hist | edit) ‎[279 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The '''Shekhawats''' are a sub-clan of the '''Kachhwahas''', descending from '''Rao Shekha''', a great-grandson of '''Udaikaran of Amber'''. They rose to power in '''Shekhawati''', a region named after Rao Shekha, which was earlier dominated by groups like the '''Nirban Chauhans''', '''Sankhlas''', '''Gaurs''', and '''Kyam-Khanis'''. Rao Shekha's campaigns expanded his control to areas like '''Dadri''', '''Hansi''', and '''Bhiwan.'''") Tag: Visual edit
07:26, 13 June 2025 ‎Nikumbh (hist | edit) ‎[356 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The '''Nikumbhas''', also referred to as '''Nikunpas''', were a Rajput clan that held sway over parts of the '''Alwar–Jaipur''' region. They are said to have displaced the '''Badgujars''' to control this area. Their early capital was '''Abhanagari''', present-day '''Abaneri''', where '''King Chandra (Chand)''' is credited with constructing the famous '''Chand Baori''' stepwell in the 8th century AD.") Tag: Visual edit
07:22, 13 June 2025 ‎Pratihar (hist | edit) ‎[2,369 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The '''Parihars''', also referred to as '''Pratiharas''', are considered among the early Rajput ruling houses.") Tag: Visual edit
07:20, 13 June 2025 ‎Hada Chauhan (hist | edit) ‎[867 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The Hadas are a prominent subclan of the Chauhan (Chahamana) Rajput clan. They gave their name to the region of Hadavati or Hadauti, encompassing modern-day Bundi, Kota, Jhalawar, and Baran districts in southeastern Rajasthan. The Hadas trace their lineage to Manik Rai II, a scion of the Chauhans of Nadol, who established a principality at Bambvada in eastern Mewar following Nadol’s defeat by Qutb-ud-din Aibak. A key figure, Hada Raj (also known as Hado), born six gen...") Tag: Visual edit
07:18, 13 June 2025 ‎Sisodiya (hist | edit) ‎[5,484 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The Sisodiyas of Mewar were among the earliest ruling families of Rajasthan. They claimed descent from ancient Kshatriyas and were instrumental in resisting early invasions. Their territory eventually evolved into the state of Mewar, and they played a significant role in shaping the political landscape of southern Rajasthan. The clan maintained elaborate genealogies and royal traditions. Sisodias played a key role in resisting Sultanate and Mughal expansions, with figur...") Tag: Visual edit
05:37, 13 June 2025 ‎Castes Claiming Rajput Identity (hist | edit) ‎[8,171 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''V'''arious communities across India that have, over time, asserted or adopted Rajput identity, either partially or wholly. These claims often emerge due to social, political, and cultural motivations, including upward caste mobility (Sanskritization), historical reinterpretation, or shared traditions. These claims are contested or viewed as efforts to gain social prestige or political representation. == Background == The term ''Rajput'' (from Sanskrit ''Rajaputra'',...") Tag: Visual edit
06:21, 12 June 2025 ‎Rajputi Poshak (hist | edit) ‎[4,514 bytes] ‎Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Rajputi Poshak''' refers to the traditional attire worn by Rajput women of Rajasthan and nearby regions such as Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Sindh etc. Symbolizing grace, pride, and royalty, the Rajputi poshak reflects centuries of warrior heritage, cultural richness, and a deep connection to regal aesthetics. === Etymology === The word '''“Poshak”''' simply means attire or clothing. When prefixed with “Rajputi,” it denotes the royal and cultural...") Tag: Visual edit