History of Maharana Pratap

Maharana Pratap was a 16th-century Rajput king who ruled over the kingdom of Mewar in the present-day state of Rajasthan, India. He is known for his resistance to the Mughal Empire and his determination to defend his kingdom and protect his people from Mughal rule.

Maharana Pratap was born on May 9, 1540, to Maharana Udai Singh II and Rani Jeevant Kanwar. He was the second son of Udai Singh, who was the ruler of Mewar at the time. Pratap was known for his bravery and martial skills from a young age, and he was trained in the art of warfare and horsemanship.

In 1568, Emperor Akbar invaded Mewar and defeated Udai Singh, who was forced to flee to the hills. Pratap was chosen as the new ruler of Mewar, and he vowed to protect his kingdom from the Mughals and to never submit to their rule.

For the next several years, Maharana Pratap and his followers fought against the Mughals in a series of battles, most notably the Battle of Haldighati in 1576. Although the Mughals were able to defeat Pratap in this battle, he continued to resist their rule and remained a symbol of Rajput pride and defiance.

Maharana Pratap died on January 19, 1597, at the age of 57. He is remembered as a great warrior and national hero in India, and his legacy continues to inspire people to this day.