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The Chauhans of Bundi, also known as the Hada Chauhans, were a Rajput dynasty that ruled the Bundi state in the Hadoti region of Rajasthan from the 13th to the 20th century CE. They were a branch of the Chauhan Rajput community, and claimed descent from Bisaldev Chauhan, a son of Harshraj and grandson of … Read more
The Chauhans of Sirohi, also known as the Devda Chauhans, were a Rajput dynasty that ruled the Sirohi state in the southern part of Rajasthan from the 14th to the 20th century CE. They were a branch of the Songara Chauhan clan, and claimed descent from Rao Deoraj, a son of Rao Lakhan of Nadol, … Read more
Jalore was called Jabalipur because it was the penance place of sage Jabali. Jalore Fort is situated on Songiri hill. That is why it is also called Songadh, Suvarnagiri and Kanchangiri. Due to abundance of Jaal trees it was called Jalore. The Chauhans of Jalore, also known as the Chauhans of Jalore in vernacular legends, … Read more
Origin of Chauhans Popular Theories on the Origin of Chauhans There are various popular theories regarding the origin of Chauhans, each supported by historical texts, inscriptions, and scholars. The key theories include: Theory Description Sources Fire Pit Theory Chauhans, along with three other Rajput clans (Chalukya, Parmar, Pratihar), are said to have emerged from a … Read more