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549 published results for “Independent India”.

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Barwani Coat of Arms

Barwani, on the Narmada in Nimar, was ruled by a Sisodia family that traced its descent from the house of Mewar.

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Bastar Coat of Arms

Bastar was the largest princely state of the Chhattisgarh region, covering about 33,830 square kilometres of forest and plateau in the south-eastern corner of the Central Provinces.

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Dhurwai Coat of Arms

Dhurwai was one of the Hasht-Bhaiya jagirs – the estates of the "Eight Brothers" – a group of small Bundela feudatories near Jhansi under the Bundelkhand Agency of Central India.

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Phaltan Coat of Arms

Phaltan was ruled by the Naik Nimbalkar family; Saibai, first wife of Shivaji, was from this house.

Context photo: City Palace viewed across Lake Pichola, Udaipur
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Regal Wardrobes: Traditional Attires of Indian Royal Families

Regal Wardrobes: Traditional Attires of Indian Royal Families Introduction India’s royal families have long been associated with grandeur, power, and cultural sophistication. Their attire played a significant role in establishing…

Context photo: City Palace viewed across Lake Pichola, Udaipur
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Jewelry of Indian Royalty: Untold Stories Behind Priceless Gems

Jewelry of Indian Royalty: Untold Stories Behind Priceless Gems   Introduction India, known for its opulence and grandeur, has a rich history of royal jewelry that extends beyond mere adornment.…

Context photo: City Palace viewed across Lake Pichola, Udaipur
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Elephants: The Majestic Mounts of Indian Royalty

Elephants: The Majestic Mounts of Indian Royalty Introduction For centuries, elephants have been revered as symbols of power, prestige, and prosperity in India. These majestic creatures played an integral role…

Context photo: Laxmi Vilas Palace - Vadodara
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List of Forts of Gujarat with travel details

Absolutely! Gujarat boasts a rich tapestry of history, and its forts stand as majestic testaments to its royal past. Here’s a curated list of some of the most remarkable forts…

Context photo: Crafting Tradition The Art of Weaving at Mirpur Banarasi Palli
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Designers from the time of Indian Royals

The Indian royal courts were hubs of creativity and artistic expression, and many royal families were patrons of the finest designers and artisans, especially when it came to clothing, jewelry,…

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Rajgarh under the Marathas and the British

Introduction As the Mughal Empire waned, Central India became a battleground for regional influence. The Holkars of Indore and the Sindhias of Gwalior extended their power into Malwa, placing princely…

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Baraundha Coat of Arms

Baraundha was a small state of the Bagelkhand Agency, with its seat at Pathar Kachhar, ruled by Raghuvanshi Rajputs.

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Chhota Udaipur Coat of Arms

Chhota Udaipur was a Khichi Chauhan state of the Rewa Kantha Agency, related to the house of Baria.

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