Akbar 2(1806-1837)

Akbar II: The Last Mughal Emperor in a Time of Decline Akbar II, the 18th Mughal emperor, reigned from 1806 to 1837, a period marked by the waning power of the Mughal dynasty and the rise of British influence in India. While his reign witnessed the formal end of Mughal sovereignty, Akbar II’s legacy remains … Read more

Module 1 (a) : Rajasthan History and Culture

Click to buy Now @99 Only Rasfreenotes Team has bifurcated the Rajasthan history and culture into following subtopics based on their relative importance for RAS Prelims:- Rajasthan :Historical evidences Rajasthan : Pre Independence Kingdoms Rajasthan : Language and Dialect Rajasthan : Famous Literature Rajasthan : Major Forts Rajasthan : Main centers for Handicraft Rajasthan :  Costumes … Read more

First Afghan Empire

Lodhi -First Afghan Dynasty All Turks are the rulers of Delhi Sultanate, while Lodis who succeeded Sayyids were Afgans from 1451 to 1526. It was the last dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. They are rulers of Pashtun (Afghan) Ghilzai tribal origin and reigned during the last phase of the Delhi Sultanate. After the last Sayyid … Read more

Kachwa Rulers of Amer

  The Kachhwaha clan of the Rajputs of Amber we are one of the most important components of the Mughal nobility. The Minas were ousted by Kachhwaha Rajputs from Amer.The Kachchwaha rulers of Amber-Jaipur trace their descent from Kush, the son of Ram, an incarination of Lord Vishnu. In the Balban inscription of 1288 A.D., … Read more

Mughal Coinage

The Enduring Legacy of Mughal Coinage: A Journey Through Time and Power The Mughal Empire, a sprawling dominion that dominated the Indian subcontinent for centuries, left behind a rich tapestry of cultural and artistic achievements. Among these, Mughal coinage stands out as a testament to the empire’s power, wealth, and artistic finesse. This article delves … Read more

Shah Alam 2(1759-1806)

Shah Alam II: A Life of Power, Exile, and the Rise of the Marathas Shah Alam II (1759-1806), the 15th Mughal emperor, reigned during a tumultuous period in Indian history. His reign witnessed the decline of the Mughal Empire, the rise of the Maratha Confederacy, and the growing influence of the British East India Company. … Read more

RAJASTHAN ; HISTORY OF CHAUHAN

Chauhan Rulers of Sambhar/Sakambhari There are several theories about the origin of chauhans which are as follows:- Prithviraj Raso – Agnikund at Abu Prithiviraj Vijay- Suryavanshi Col. Tod- Foriegner Dr. Dashrat Sharma- Bhramins Chandravati Lekh- Bhramins Chronology of Chauhan Rulers of Sambhar:- Ajairaj II: Prithviraj I was succeeded by his son Ajairaj II who was … Read more

The Bahmani Sultanate

                                                                 The Bahmani kingdom came into existence in 1347AD. Alauddin Hasan, an Afghan, founded the Sultanate after revolted against the  Bin Tuglaq, sultan of Delhi. He ruled it under the title of Bahaman Shah. He was also known as Hasan Gangu, as he had risen in the servise of a Brahmin, named Gangu. He is … Read more

Evolution and phases of Urban Growth of Hyderabad

Evolution and phases of Urban Growth of Hyderabad A city with rich history and magnificent olden structures is slowly became host to some of the most modern buildings, a blend of both the bygone kingdoms and the new corporate revolution. To boost Hyderabad’s development, the then Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh Chandrababu Naidu successfully bid … Read more

Rajasthan : Unification of Rajasthan in seven stages

Matsya Union Alwar, Bharatpur, Dholpur, Karauli 17-03-1948 Rajasthan Union Banswara, Bundi, Dungerpur, Jhalawar, Kishangarh, Kota, Pratapgarh, Shahpura, Tonk. 25-03-1948 United State of Rajasthan Udaipur also joined with the other Union of Rajasthan. 18-04-1948 Greater Rajasthan Bikaner, Jaipur, Jaisalmer & Jodhpur also joined with the United State of Rajasthan. 30-03-1949 United State of Greater Rajasthan Matsya … Read more