Sikandar Jah vs Udai Singh II

Sikandar Jah ascended the throne of Hyderabad after the death of his father, Nizam Ali Khan. His reign was characterized by a close and subordinate alliance with the British East India Company.

Sikandar Jah signed a treaty of subsidiary alliance with the British East India Company, accepting a British resident in Hyderabad and a British-controlled military force. This effectively made Hyderabad a princely state under British paramountcy.

Sikandar Jah initiated the construction of the Chowmahalla Palace in Hyderabad, a grand complex of four palaces. The project was completed later and became a symbol of the Nizam's power and architectural patronage.

Udai Singh II succeeded his father Rana Sanga as the Maharana of Mewar. His reign was marked by the founding of Udaipur and the conflict with the Mughals. He ruled until his death in 1572.

Udai Singh II founded the city of Udaipur on the banks of Lake Pichola. The city was established as the new capital of Mewar after the fall of Chittorgarh. It became known for its lakes, palaces, and scenic beauty.

Udai Singh II expanded Lake Pichola by building a dam, creating a large artificial lake. The lake provided water for the new city of Udaipur and became a central feature of its landscape. It later hosted the famous Lake Palace.

Udai Singh II faced the Mughal siege of Chittorgarh by Emperor Akbar. After a prolonged siege, the fort fell to the Mughals. Udai Singh fled to the hills, leading to the loss of the traditional Mewar capital.