Anandrao Gaekwad vs Louis XVI

Anandrao Gaekwad became Maharaja of Baroda at the age of 10 after the death of his father. Due to his minority, a regency council was established to govern the state on his behalf.

During Anandrao's minority, a regency council led by his mother and British-appointed officials managed the state's affairs. The council faced challenges from rival factions and the Maratha Empire's declining power.

Anandrao Gaekwad died at the age of 26 without having exercised full ruling authority. His death ended the direct line of his branch of the Gaekwad dynasty, leading to a succession dispute.

Louis XVI became King of France at age 20 upon the death of his grandfather Louis XV. He inherited a kingdom burdened by debt from the Seven Years' War and American Revolution, setting the stage for fiscal crisis.

Louis XVI committed French military and financial support to the American colonists against Britain. This intervention helped secure American independence but deepened France's national debt, contributing to the later financial crisis.

Facing bankruptcy, Louis XVI summoned the Estates-General for the first time since 1614. This assembly of clergy, nobility, and commoners led to the formation of the National Assembly and the start of the French Revolution.

Louis XVI and his family attempted to flee Paris in disguise but were captured at Varennes. The failed escape destroyed public trust in the monarchy and led to his eventual trial and execution.

Louis XVI was convicted of treason by the National Convention and executed by guillotine in the Place de la R