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Rajasthan History
Ancient
Rajasthan is a state of Indian Union situated in the north western part. The history of Rajasthan is as old as the Harappan Civilization and dates back to 1000 BC. Some excavated sites bring forth the records of this period. Several ruins and relics found in the region suggest that it was inhabited by Pre-Aryan race. This part of Indian sub continent was also influenced by the Jains and Buddhists and the faiths were spread at large here. In the bygone era Rajasthan has been ruled by different rulers at different periods of time. Some great dynasties that left behind their impressions here include the dynasties of Magadha, Kushana, Maurya(321-184BC) and Gupta(400 AD).
From 6th century onwards Rajputs established their supreme power over this area and under them the region attained its present glory. Rajput rulers established several kingdoms throughout and the area came to be known as Rajputana or the state of Rajputs.
Medieval
During 12th century, a part of Rajasthan came under the Muslim rulers as tributary state but the Rajputs were able to resist the supremacy of Mughals. During 13th century, some of the powerful regions or princely states of Rajasthan were Nagaur, Ajmer and Mewar.
Modern
Under the rule of Akbar, the whole of Rajasthan was a unified province. With the decline of Mughal power in the 18th century, political breakdown of Rajasthan started and a part of Rajasthan came under the control of Marathas. In the mid 18th century, they occupied Ajmer. During early 19th century(1817-1818) independent Rajput kingdoms signed treaties with British Power to eliminate the Maratha threat. Hence, the rule of British over Rajasthan got established.
Post Independence
Prior to independence Rajasthan state comprised of 19 princely states, two small villages ruled by chiefs of Lava and Kushalgarh and a British administrative territory of Ajmer-Merwar. All were ruled by different administrative systems and were disintegrated. After independence, the region has undergone a long process of integration and exists as a state of Indian Union from the year 1956. Under British control the region was popular as Rajputana and after Indian independence it came to be known as Rajasthan.
At present, there are 32 district, 105 sub-division and 241 tehsils. The Rajputana influence is the dominating one, the essence of which can be felt by the monuments located in various cities of the state and the culture prevailing throughout. The magnificent palaces and forts still describe the prosperity and glory of the past.
Religion of Rajasthan
Religion also plays an important role in the history and life of Indian and
so on the Rajasthani people. As Rajasthan was the land of Rajputs, the major
religion of this part is Hinduism. But later with the advent of Mughals, Islam
also extended its wings. Apart from Hindus and Muslims, there are people from
Christian, Sikh and Jain community in this vibrant state of Rajasthan.
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