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Events from the year 1597 in India.

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<span class="mw-page-title-main">Maharana Pratap</span> Rajput ruler of Mewar from 1572–1597

Pratap Singh I, popularly known as Maharana Pratap, was a king of Mewar, a region in north-western India in the present-day state of Rajasthan. He is notable for leading the Rajput resistance against the expansionist policy of the Mughal Emperor Akbar including the Battle of Haldighati and Battle of Dewair which have turned him into a folk hero across the country.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Kumbha of Mewar</span> Maharana of Mewar from 1433–1468

Kumbhakarna Singh, popularly known as Maharana Kumbha, was the Maharana of the Kingdom of Mewar in India. He belonged to the Sisodia clan of Rajputs.It was during his reign that Mewar became one of the most powerful powers in the northern India. He was the most powerful sovereign of his time.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Battle of Haldighati</span> 1576 battle of the Mughal-Rajput Wars

The Battle of Haldighati was a battle fought on 18 June 1576 between the Mewar forces led by Maharana Pratap, and the Mughal forces led by Man Singh I of Amber. The Mughals carried the day after inflicting significant casualties on Mewar forces, although they failed to capture Pratap, who reluctantly retreated persuaded by his fellow commanders.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Monsoon Palace</span> Palatial hilltop residence in Udaipur, Rajasthan

The Monsoon Palace, also known as the Sajjan Garh Palace, is a hilltop palatial residence in the city of Udaipur, Rajasthan in India, overlooking the Fateh Sagar Lake. It is named Sajjangarh after Maharana Sajjan Singh (1874–1884) of the Mewar dynasty, whom it was built for in 1884. The palace offers a panoramic view of the city's lakes, palaces and surrounding countryside. It was built chiefly to watch the monsoon clouds; hence, appropriately, it is popularly known as Monsoon Palace. It is said that the Maharana built it at the top of the hill to get a view of his ancestral home, Chittorgarh. Previously owned by the Mewar royal family, it is now under the control of the Forest Department of the Government of Rajasthan and has recently been opened to the public. The palace provides a beautiful view of the sunset.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Udai Singh II</span> Founder of Udaipur and Maharana of Mewar (1540-1572)

Udai Singh II was the Maharana of Mewar and the founder of the city of Udaipur in the present-day Rajasthan state of India. He was the 12th ruler of the Kingdom of Mewar. He was the fourth son of Rana Sanga and Rani Karnavati, a princess of Bundi.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Arvind Singh Mewar</span> Indian businessman (born 1944)

Arvind Singh Mewar is an Indian businessman, former royal and chairman of HRH Group of Hotels.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Mahendra Singh Mewar</span> Indian politician

Mahendra Singh Mewar is an Indian politician who was a Member of Parliament in the Lok Sabha. He is the eldest son of Maharana Bhagwat Singh Mewar. Mahendra and his brother Arvind both claim to be the 76th custodian of the House of Mewar. Maharanas of Udaipur are considered not rulers but custodians of the kingdom on behalf of Sri Eklingji.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Kingdom of Mewar</span> Kingdom in India (600s to 1949)

The Kingdom of Mewar, sometimes known as Udaipur State, was an independent kingdom in Rajputana region of India, ruled by the Sisodia dynasty. It was established around the 7th century by the minor rulers of the Nagada-Ahar region of Udaipur and later, in the 10th century, it transformed into an independent state under Rawal Bharttripatta II.

Bhainsrorgarh Fort or Bhainsror Fort is an ancient fort that has become a major tourist spot in the state of Rajasthan, India.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">City Palace, Udaipur</span> Building in Udaipur, India

City Palace, Udaipur is a palace complex situated in the city of Udaipur in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It was built over a period of nearly 400 years, with contributions from several rulers of the Mewar dynasty. Its construction began in 1553, started by Maharana Udai Singh II of the Sisodia Rajput family as he shifted his capital from the erstwhile Chittor to the newfound city of Udaipur. The palace is located on the east bank of Lake Pichola and has several palaces built within its complex.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Fateh Singh of Udaipur and Mewar</span> Maharana of Udaipur from 1884–1930

Maharana Sir Fateh Singh, ruled Mewar for 46 years from 1884 to 1930, with Udaipur as capital, and resided in the City Palace, Udaipur.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Sangram Singh II</span> Maharana of Mewar from 1710–1734

Sangram Singh II was a ruler of Mewar, India. He reigned from 1710 to 1734. He was succeeded by his son Jagat Singh II.

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<span class="mw-page-title-main">Amar Singh I</span> Maharana of Mewar

Maharana Amar Singh I, the Maharana of Mewar, was the eldest son and successor of Maharana Pratap of Mewar. He was the 14th Rana of Mewar dynasty of Sisodia Rajputs and ruler of Mewar from January 19, 1597 till his death on January 26, 1620. His capital was Udaipur.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Raj Singh I</span> Maharana of Mewar from 1652–1680

Raj Singh I, was the Maharana of Mewar Kingdom and eldest son of Jagat Singh I by his wife, a princess of Marwar. He fought against Mughal Empire and annexed many Mughal territories He later participated in Rajput War (1679–1707) and defeated Mughals.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Bhupal Singh</span> Last ruling Maharana of Udaipur from 1930–1948 and Rajpramukh from 1948–1955

Shri Maharana Sir Bhupal Singh Bahadur KCIE, also spelt Bhopal Singh, was the ruler of the Indian princely state of Udaipur from 1930 and also Rajpramukh of Rajasthan from 1948 until his death on 4 July 1955.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Mokal Singh</span> Maharana of Mewar from 1421–1433

Mokal or Mokal Singh, was the Maharana of Mewar Kingdom.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Pratap Gaurav Kendra</span> Tourist spot in Udaipur based on Maharana Pratap

Pratap Gaurav Kendra Rashtriya Tirtha is a tourist spot at Tiger Hill in Udaipur city, Rajasthan state, India. The project, which was started by the Veer Shiromani Maharana Pratap Samiti, aims at providing information about Maharana Pratap and the historical heritage of the area with the help of modern technology.

References

  1. Danvers (1988). The Portuguese in India: Being a history of the rise and decline ..., Volume 1. p. 488. ISBN   9788120603912.

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