Swarup Singh of Udaipur

ModernEmperorIndia1815 — 1861

Maharana who aided British during 1857 rebellion.

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Quick Facts

Born

1815

Died

1861

Country

India

Era

Modern

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)21

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)49

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)67

Strategy (15%)40

Total Score43.3

Swarup Singh of Udaipur — Complete Timeline

1842 AD

Accession as Maharana of MewarPolitical Action◆ Major

Swarup Singh became Maharana of Mewar at age 27 after the death of his father. His reign was marked by cooperation with the British East India Company, especially during the Indian Rebellion of 1857.

AccessionMewarMaharana

Impact: regional

1850 AD

Construction of Swarup Vilas PalaceCultural

Swarup Singh built the Swarup Vilas Palace in Udaipur, a blend of Rajput and Mughal architecture. The palace served as a royal residence and reflected his patronage of traditional arts.

ArchitectureUdaipurPalace

constructive

1857 AD

Support to British during Indian Rebellion of 1857War◆ Major

Swarup Singh provided military and logistical support to the British during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. He sent troops to help suppress the uprising in central India, earning British gratitude and securing Mewar's autonomy.

1857 RebellionBritish SupportMewar

Impact: regional

1861 AD

Death and successionOther

Swarup Singh died in 1861 after a 19-year reign. He was succeeded by his son Shambhu Singh. His loyalty to the British ensured Mewar's stability during the turbulent period of the 1857 rebellion.

DeathSuccessionMewar

Impact: regional