Maratha conquest
Chatrapathi Sahu ruled Maratha from 1707 to 1749. During his reign, he was only a dejure King in actual power was really enjoyed by his de facto Prime Ministers. This peshwas made this position hereditary.
Balaji Vishwanath 1713 -1720
Bajirao I (Son and successor of Balaji)...
Southern Dynasties - Chola Dynasty
Southern Dynasties - Chola Dynasty
Cholas Dynasty (850 - 1175)
They ruled with Tanjavore as capital.
Parantaka- I
Important King was Parantaka-I He took the title called 'Madurai Konda'. His two inscription of Uttarameru, TN issued in 10th C says about the local self-governments.
Village...
Political System and Religious Changes in Aryan Civilization
Political System
Phase I
Every tribe has a leader who is elected i.e., it is not hereditary and is called `Rajan' a clear example of Republican way.
Sabha, Samithi (tribal assemblies) are very much there & Rajan is answerable to these assemblies.
Duties of Raja — Protect Jana...
Mysore conquest and Anglo Mysore wars
Mysore conquest
Mysore province was initially part of Vijayanagara Empire created by 'Sri Krishna Devaraya' with Srirangapatnam as capital. Mysore was under the control of Nayakas (Governor of Vijayanagara of Mysore region are called Nayakas).
Wadeyar; a nayaka declared independence after the end...