Anandrao Gaekwad

ModernEmperorIndia1803 — 1819

Child maharaja of Baroda during regency.

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Quick Facts

Born

1803

Died

1819

Country

India

Era

Modern

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)16

Political (20%)32

Influence (20%)53

Legacy (20%)33

Leadership (15%)31

Strategy (15%)34

Total Score36.0

Anandrao Gaekwad — Complete Timeline

1803 AD

Ascended the Throne of Baroda as a ChildPolitical Action◆ Major

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.

SuccessionRegencyBaroda

Impact: regional

Regency Council Governed BarodaPolitical Action◆ Major

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.

RegencyGovernanceBaroda

Impact: regional

1819 AD

Died During MinorityOther◆ Major

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.

DeathSuccession CrisisBaroda

Impact: regionaltragic