Parmar
The Paramara (also spelled Parmar) is a Suryavanshi Rajput clan. The Paramaras are historically significant as rulers of the Malwa region in central India, where they established a powerful dynasty during the medieval period.
The Paramara dynasty was founded in the early 9th century CE by Upendra (also known as Krishnaraja). They rose to prominence when Siyaka II defeated the Rashtrakuta king Khotigga, marking the beginning of an independent Paramara kingdom. Following this victory, Siyaka II succeeded the Rashtrakutas of Manyakheta and elevated the status of the Paramaras as a major political force in ancient India.
The Paramaras ruled from the 9th century to the 14th century, primarily in central and western India, with Dhar and Mandu serving as their capitals. Their political dominance continued until 1305, when Malwa was conquered by Ala-ud-din Khilji, the Khilji Sultan of Delhi. This conquest marked the beginning of the decline of Paramara political power during the medieval period.
Sub-clans
The Paramara clan has several prominent sub-clans. A few of the notable ones include:
- Sankhla
- Mori
- Sodha
- Maipawat
- Ujjainia
- Umat