r/Rajputana

The Rajput Confederacy under the Sisodia rulers of Mewar, especially during the reign of Rana Sanga, fought many wars against the Delhi Sultanate, Gujarat Sultanate, Malwa Sultanate, and later the Mughals.

Here are the major recorded battles and campaigns associated with the Rajput Confederacy led by Mewar rulers:

Battle / Campaign

1.Battle of Singoli - 1336

2.Battle of Sarangpur-1437

3.Battle of Mandalgarh-1442

4.Battle of Kumbhalgarh-1457

5.Battle of Khatoli-1517

6.Battle of Dholpur - 1518–1519

7.Battles of Idar-1514–1517

8.Battle of Gagron-1519

9.Rana Sanga’s Gujarat Campaign-1520

10.Battle of Bayana-1527

11.Battle of Khanwa-1527

12.Siege of Chanderi - 1528

13.Siege of Chittorgarh-1567–1568

14.Battle of Haldighati-1576

As someone who identifies as Rajput, it’s frustrating to constantly see social media posts—like the ones currently circulating—that attempt to strip away our history by re-labeling iconic figures like Prithviraj Chauhan and Mihir Bhoja under modern caste frameworks.

I feel like we’re in the middle of a "history war" where social media algorithms favor misinformation. These posts aren't just inaccurate; they feel like an attempt to erase our specific historical identity for the sake of modern political leverage.

I’m curious how you all handle this:

1. When you see these claims being spread, do you engage with them, or do you find it’s better to ignore the misinformation?

2. What are the most effective ways to push back with facts and primary sources when these discussions arise?

3. How can we, as a community, better document and share our history to ensure the record remains clear for those who might not know the actual context?

I’m looking to hear your thoughts on how we can better defend the integrity of our history against these revisionist narratives.

Epigraphia Indica (Vol. VIII) records: "An inscription from Epigraphia Indica (Vol. VIII) records a temple agreement involving multiple groups.

It clearly mentions:

"Rajputras belonging to the race of the illustrious Pratiharas."

They took responsibility for temple management for generations.

No mention of any other identity.

History is written in inscriptions, not assumptions.

Pratihara Vatsaraja inscription (Śaka 717 / 795 CE):

“Verse 3 (lines 3–4): Nāgabhata I defeated the Gurjaras.”

Same inscription lists: Karṇāṭa • Lāṭa • Gauḍa • Mlecchas

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Background of the Revolt

The Raghuvanshi Rajputs of the Dobhi region in Jaunpur emerged as one of the strongest anti-British forces in eastern Uttar Pradesh during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. After news spread in June 1857 that British troops had fired upon Indian soldiers at Varanasi (Banaras), unrest quickly spread to Jaunpur. On 5 June 1857, British magistrate Fane fled the district, and the British attempted to maintain control by handing administration to Raja Shiv Gulam Dubey. However, the people of Dobhi refused to accept British authority. Under the leadership of Thakur Dayal Singh Raghuvanshi of Senapur, Abhilakh Singh, and Jai Mangal Singh, the Raghuvanshi Rajputs launched an armed revolt against British rule.

Organization of the Rebels

The rebels organized armed village militias, disrupted British communication and supply lines, and established control over the Banaras–Dobhi–Azamgarh route. Through village panchayats, they recruited and trained local youth for military action, attacked British officials and their collaborators, destroyed government buildings in Kerakat, and burned indigo (neel) warehouses, which had become symbols of colonial economic exploitation.

The Attempts to Capture Banaras

After capturing the Banaras–Dobhi–Azamgarh route and disrupting British communications, the rebels launched their first military advance toward Banaras. Although they faced strong resistance from regular British troops and suffered setbacks in the early clashes, the Raghuvanshi Rajputs regrouped and made another bold attempt to seize Banaras.

Battle of Pisnaharia-ka-Inar

During this second advance, in late June 1857, British forces under Taylor, supported by Sikh regiments and cavalry, confronted the rebels near Pisnaharia-ka-Inar, about five miles north of Banaras. Heavy monsoon rain soaked the rebels’ gunpowder, making many firearms useless. Despite this setback, the fighters continued battling with swords, spears, and traditional weapons before retreating across the Gomti River. British troops later crossed the river and destroyed several Rajput villages in the Dobhi region.

Alliance with Kunwar Singh

The rebellion intensified again when Kunwar Singh entered Azamgarh with his forces. The Raghuvanshi Rajputs of Dobhi joined and supported his anti-British campaign, and together they fought British forces in the Azamgarh region. The Banaras army sent against Kunwar Singh initially suffered defeat, but after his withdrawal British repression became much harsher.

Executions at Senapur (1858)

In May 1858, British officials invited the leading rebels of Dobhi to Senapur village under the pretext of negotiations and peace talks. Once the rebel leaders assembled there, many were arrested and publicly executed without formal trial. Around 23 revolutionaries, including Dayal Singh, Chhangur Singh, Abhilakh Singh, Madho Singh, Ram Dular Singh, Ram Bhairoo Singh, Shiv Brat Singh, Sheerbarat Singh, Thakur Singh, Yadubir Singh, Bisheshar Singh, Devaki Singh, Jaglal Singh, and Randulaar Singh, were hanged from a large mango tree in Senapur. According to local tradition, British soldiers later reportedly fired upon the hanging bodies to terrorize the local population, and the bodies remained suspended for several days before villagers secretly cremated them at night.

Sources

Benares - A Gazetteer, Η. R. Νevil

Freedom Struggle In Uttar Pradesh Vol-iv (1959) by S. A. A. Rizvi

Jaunpur: A Gazetteer, H. R. Nevill

WHO'S WHO OF INDIAN MARTYRS, VOL 3

DICTIONARY OF MARTYRS

INDIA'S FREEDOM STRUGGLE (1857-1947), Vol. 2

Built by Maharaja Lakśmi-Karṇa of the Haihaya Kalchuri dynasty. The Kalchuris are Yaduvaṃśi Rajputs from Kārtavīrya Arjuna's line.

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Pretty much the title. If pros of something are shown then cons should be shown too. If good of something is shown then it's equal responsibility to show bad as well.

Kya musalman ban sakte hai rajput?
Aur ban sakte hai toh vansh kya hoga unka?
Puncturevanshi?

Given comment section is of a post where a Thar's picture was uploaded which had Rajputana written on its number plate, this is dumb, and should not be encouraged.But what it turned into was these so called countrymen hollering hollow insults, They wont have the guts to say it in front of you,but they have these feelings pent up inside, mostly out of Insecurity. Know who's your friend,Know who's not.

And as for the topic of "mughal" jibes. It was a norm for non-rajput women to spend the first night of their wedding not with their husband but the local Rajput Zamindar, If Rajputs start bringing these parts of history into the spotlight, 99% of s*uth asians will be forced to hide their faces.

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