The princely state of Pataudi was ruled by a lineage of Rajputs. The Pataudi family is a Muslim Rajput family that originated in the town of Pataudi in the Indian state of Haryana. The family was originally a branch of the Tomar Rajputs, who ruled over a large part of northern India in the 12th and 13th centuries. The Pataudis were one of the most powerful Rajput families in the region, and they played a major role in the Mughal Empire. In the 16th century, the Pataudis were granted the title of Nawab by the Mughal emperor Akbar. The Nawab of Pataudi was a powerful and influential figure in the Mughal Empire, and he held a number of important positions in the government. The Pataudis continued to rule over Pataudi until the Indian independence in 1947. After independence, the Pataudis were given the title of Raja by the Indian government. The Raja of Pataudi was a member of the Indian Parliament, and he also served as the captain of the Indian cricket team. The Pataudi family is still a prominent family in India, and they continue to play an important role in Indian society.
The other options are incorrect. Afghan descent: The Pataudis are not of Afghan descent. Mughal nobility: The Pataudis are not of Mughal nobility. Sikh Sardars: The Pataudis are not of Sikh descent.