Holkar

The Holkars (pronunciation: [ɦo(ː)ɭkəɾ]) were a family that was part of the Maratha Empire, which held the rank of subahdar under Peshwa Baji Rao I. When the Maratha Empire began to weaken due to internal clashes, the Holkars declared themselves the rulers of Indore in Central India, existing as an autonomous member of the Maratha Empire until 1818. Later, their kingdom became a princely state under the protectorate of British India.

This article is about the dynasty. For other uses, see Holkar (disambiguation).

Holkar Maharaja of Indore
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Details
First monarchMalhar Rao Holkar I
Last monarchYashwantrao Holkar II
Formation2 November 1731
Abolition26 June 1948
ResidenceRajwada, Indore

HH Maharanidhiraja Rani Rajeshwar Sawai Shrimant Akhand Soubbagyavati Usha Devi Holkar, 15th Maharani of Indore is the current titular head.

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