Raja Tara Singh ll of Sutot
| Raja Tara Singh ll of Sutot | |
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| Raja of Sutot | |
| Born : 18th Century | |
| Died : 1870 AD | |
| Dynasty : Memeber of Pilania Dynasty | |
| House : House of Sutot | |
| Father : Raja Dayaram of Sutot | |
| Children : Raja Fateh Singh Pilania | |
| Occupation : Occupied the state in (1858) | |
| Known for : strong ruler of this regan | |
Raja Tara Singh II Pilania (reigned 1858–1870) was the ruler of Sutot and a member of the Pilania dynasty.
Raja Tara Singh II Pilania
Raja Tara Singh II Pilania (reigned 1858–1870) was the ruler of Sutot and a member of the Pilania dynasty. He succeeded his father, Raja Dayaram Pilania, in 1858 and governed the estate until 1870. His reign coincided with a period of political transition in northern India during the latter half of the nineteenth century.
Early life
Raja Tara Singh II Pilania was born into the Pilania dynasty, a prominent Jat ruling family associated with Sutot. He was the son and heir of Raja Dayaram Pilania, under whose guidance he was educated in matters of administration, leadership, and the management of the estate.
Accession
Upon the death of Raja Dayaram Pilania in 1858, Tara Singh II ascended the throne of Sutot. His accession occurred during a significant period in Indian history following the Indian Rebellion of 1857, when political authority across northern India was undergoing reorganization under British rule.[1]
Reign
Raja Tara Singh II presided over the affairs of Sutot from 1858 to 1870. During his reign, he maintained the position and influence of the Pilania dynasty within the region. His administration emphasized stability, agricultural prosperity, and the continuation of established institutions of local governance.
Under his leadership, Sutot remained an important centre of the Pilania family. He worked to preserve traditional customs while ensuring effective administration of the estate. His rule contributed to the continuity of the dynasty during a period of broader political and social change.
Administration
The administration of Raja Tara Singh II was centred upon the management of agricultural lands, local revenue systems, and village affairs. He maintained close relations with local communities and upheld the customary practices that formed the foundation of governance in the region.
Family
Raja Tara Singh II belonged to the Pilania dynasty.
- Father : Raja Dayaram Pilania
- Successor : Raja Fateh Singh Pilania
Succession
Raja Tara Singh II Pilania ruled until 1870. Following his death, he was succeeded by his son, Raja Fateh Singh Pilania, who inherited the leadership of Sutot and continued the rule of the Pilania dynasty.[2]
See also
- Pilania dynasty
- Sutot
- Jats
- Shekhawati
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Reference
- ↑ Arya, Mahendra Singh. Jat Gotra Shabdavali. Jaypal Agencies, Agra. Contains information on Jat gotras, genealogies, and historical lineages of Rajasthan and Shekhawati.
- ↑ Hooja, Rima. A History of Rajasthan. Rupa & Company, 2006. A standard scholarly reference on the historical and political development of Rajasthan, including the Shekhawati region.