Sawai Madho Singh I

ModernEmperorIndia1728 — 1768

Maharaja of Jaipur who founded the city.

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Quick Facts

Born

1728

Died

1768

Country

India

Era

Modern

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)45

Political (20%)60

Influence (20%)54

Legacy (20%)45

Leadership (15%)77

Strategy (15%)42

Total Score54.0

Sawai Madho Singh I — Complete Timeline

1750 AD

Accession to the throne of JaipurPolitical Action◆ Major

Sawai Madho Singh I succeeded his father Jai Singh II as the Maharaja of Jaipur. His reign was marked by military campaigns and architectural projects. He ruled until his death in 1768.

SuccessionRoyal Rule

Impact: regional

1760 AD

Construction of Madho Niwas KothiCultural

Sawai Madho Singh I built the Madho Niwas Kothi, a palace within the City Palace complex in Jaipur. The structure served as a residential and administrative building. It added to the architectural heritage of Jaipur.

ArchitecturePalace Construction

constructive

1761 AD

Battle of BhatwaraWar◆ Major

Sawai Madho Singh I fought the Battle of Bhatwara against the Maratha forces. The battle was part of the ongoing conflict between the Rajputs and the Marathas. Madho Singh's forces were defeated, leading to Jaipur paying tribute to the Marathas.

Maratha-Rajput WarDefeatTribute

Impact: regionaldestructive

1763 AD

Founding of Sawai MadhopurCultural◆ Major

Sawai Madho Singh I founded the city of Sawai Madhopur in Rajasthan. The city was established as a new capital and administrative center. It was named after him and became a significant urban settlement in the region.

City FoundingUrban Development

Impact: regionalconstructive