The Bundi School of Painting, flourishing in Rajasthan from the 16th to 19th centuries, is renowned for its vibrant colors, intricate details, and Mughal influences. It emphasizes nature, romantic themes, and royal life, with notable examples found in the murals of Bundi Palace. Key artists include Raghunath and Sahibdin.
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Temperature of Ocean
Ocean temperature is the heat content of seawater, influenced by factors like sunlight, depth, and currents, affecting marine life and climate. The average ocean surface temperature is about 16°C. Rising temperatures lead to coral bleaching, melting ice, and extreme weather, highlighting significant environmental concerns.
Gol Gumbaz, built in 1656 in Bijapur, Karnataka, is the mausoleum of Sultan Muhammad Adil Shah. Known for its massive 44-meter dome and unique whispering gallery, it blends Persian, Turkish, and Indian architectural styles. This monumental structure represents the grandeur of the Adil Shahi dynasty’s rich cultural heritage.
The Third Anglo-Maratha War (1817–1818) led to the decisive defeat of the Maratha Confederacy by the British East India Company, resulting in the end of the Maratha Empire, the annexation of territories, and the establishment of British dominance in India.
Bhonsles
The Bhonsles were a Maratha dynasty that ruled Nagpur, Satara, and Kolhapur. They were descendants of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and played a crucial role in the Maratha expansion across India. The Nagpur Bhonsles fought against the British but later became a British princely state, while the Satara Bhonsles were dethroned. Basic Information on the Bhonsles […]
The Gaekwads, a Maratha dynasty ruling Baroda from 1721 to 1947, began as Peshwa commanders. They expanded influence, became British allies post-Treaty of Bassein, and saw major reforms under Sayajirao Gaekwad III, with their rule ending in 1949.
The Holkars were a powerful Maratha dynasty that ruled Indore and Malwa from 1731 to 1818. They were originally military commanders under the Peshwas but later established their own kingdom. The Holkars played a crucial role in Maratha expansion, Anglo-Maratha Wars, and the resistance against the British. Basic Information on the Holkars Founding of the […]
Peshwas (1713–1818)
The Peshwas, initially serving under Maratha kings, evolved into real rulers, expanding the empire until their defeat in the Third Anglo-Maratha War in 1818, marking the end of their authority and the Maratha Empire’s decline.
Sambhaji Maharaj (1681–1689)
Sambhaji Maharaj was the eldest son of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and the second ruler of the Maratha Empire. He is known for his bravery, resistance against the Mughals, and his martyrdom at the hands of Aurangzeb. Basic Information on Sambhaji Maharaj Early Life of Sambhaji Accession to the Throne (1681) Military Campaigns and Battles 1. […]
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was the founder of the Maratha Empire and one of the greatest warriors in Indian history. He challenged the Mughal and Bijapur Sultanates, introduced guerrilla warfare tactics, and established a strong naval and administrative system. Basic Information on Shivaji Maharaj Shivaji’s Early Life and Rise Military Campaigns and Battles 1. Battle of […]