Life History of Maharana Pratap  (Hardcover, Dr. Amit Bhandari)

Pratap Singh (9 May 1540 – 29 January 1597) was the ruler of Mewar, a region in north-western India in the present day state of Rajasthan. He was the eldest son of Maharani Jaiwanta Bai and Udai Singh II, founder of Udaipur. He belonged to the Sisodia clan of Rajputs.Maharana Pratap Singh is widely regarded as a fearless warrior and ingenious strategist, who successfully fought the Mughals and safeguarded his people until his death. In popular Indian culture, he is hailed as an inspirational figure for exemplifying gallantry and resourcefulness. He was succeeded by his eldest son Amar Singh I. The Battle of Haldighati was fought in Haldighati, Rajasthan on 18 or 21 June 1576 for around four hours between Rana of Mewar, Maharana Pratap and Mughal EmperorAkbar’s forces led by Man Singh I. Pratap died of injuries sustained in a hunting accident at Chavand, which served as his capital, on 29 January 1597, aged fifty-seven. A chhatri, commemorating Pratap’s funeral, exists at Chavand and is an important tourist attraction. after his death,Amar Singh I succeeded him. He made Amar Singh I vow never to submit to the Mughals and win Chittorgarh back.Amarsingh, however, signed a treaty with Mughal emperor Jahangir in 1615. This biography brings to light the indomitable will and determination of Maharana Pratap, a symbol of bravery and patriotism in the country.