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Baroda State was a kingdom within the Maratha Confederacy and later a princely state in present-day Gujarat. It was ruled by the Gaekwad dynasty from its formation in 1721 until its accession to the newly formed Dominion of India in 1949.
Vadodara (Gujarati: [ʋəˈɽodɾɑ] ⓘ) formerly, Baroda, is a major city in the Indian state of Gujarat. It serves as the administrative headquarters of the Vadodara district and is situated on the banks of the Vishwamitri River, 141 km (88 mi) from the state capital of Gandhinagar.
Gaekwads (also spelled as Gaikwads, Guicowars, Gaekwars) (IAST: Gāyakavāḍa), a Hindu Maratha dynasty of the former Maratha Confederacy and its subsequent (erstwhile) princely state of Baroda in western India from the early 18th century until 1947.
Dhairyashilrao Gaekwad (1893-1940), with three sons and two daughters, among others. Explore the illustrious history and lineage of the Gaekwads, from their legendary origins to their enduring legacy in Vadodara’s cultural and historical narrative.
Gaekwar dynasty, Indian ruling family whose capital was at Baroda (now Vadodara) in Gujarat state. The state became a leading power in the 18th-century Maratha confederacy. The founder of the dynasty was Damaji I who had risen to power by 1740.
3 days ago · Vadodara, city, east-central Gujarat state, west-central India. It is located on the Vishvamitra River about 60 miles (100 km) southeast of Ahmadabad. The earliest record of the city is in a grant or charter of 812 ce that mentions it as Vadapadraka, a hamlet attached to the town of Ankottaka.
Jan 8, 2016 · Embark on an enriching journey through Baroda State’s vibrant history with our engaging timeline. Uncover the rise of the esteemed Gaekwad dynasty, pivotal events, and transformative reigns of leaders like Sayajirao III. Experience the transition from princely grandeur to modernity in a clear, user-friendly format. Date Archives.
During the era of the British Raj, Vadodara was the capital of the princely state of Baroda, ruled by the illustrious Gaekwad dynasty, honored with a 21 Gun Salute. It was one of the largest and wealthiest princely states in India, renowned for its patronage of arts, education, and culture.
Maharaja Sayaji Rao Gaekwad III of Baroda (1862‒1939) was one of the most extraordinary Indian princes of the colonial period. From 1875 to 1939 he ruled Baroda, western India’s preeminent princely state — and one of the most important ones in the subcontinent, along with Hyderabad and Mysore.
The princely state of Baroda, which was the 3rd largest princely state during the Brittish rule in India, was officially acceded to the Union of India on 1st May 1949. In the beginning, Baroda was combined with the Bombay state, but later on 1st May 1960, with the formation of the states of Maharashtra and Gujarat, Baroda was merged with Gujarat.
