Hammira Sisodiya

Hammira Sisodiya
(?-1364)
   He belonged to the Sisodiya branch of the Guhila ruling family of Mewar. After Chitor was oc-cupied by 'Ala al-Din Khalji (1296-1316), Hammira and his Sisodiya followers organized resistance to force the installation of a scion of the Guhila ruling family but who was soon overthrown. In 1326, Hammira seized power at Chitor. He ruled over Mewar until 1364. Latter rulers of Mewar traced their ancestry through him.

Historical dictionary of Medieval India. . 2011.

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  • Chitor —    A historic stronghold in southeastern Rajasthan. It emerged as an important military and political center following the establish ment of the rule of Guhila clan over the territory of Mewar during the ninth century. Chitor was made the capital …   Historical dictionary of Medieval India

  • Sisodiyas —    A branch of the Guhila ruling family of Mewar. It was founded by Rahapa son of Karna. Sisodiya supremacy was estab lished at Chitor by Hammira (1326 1364) …   Historical dictionary of Medieval India

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