Glimpses of the Socio-political History of Kishtwar (Medieval Period)

The present work deals with the Socio-political history of Kishtwar from early to later medieval period. The book deals with the origin of Kishtwar with its geographical location and different nomenclatures. It explains the foundation of Kishtwar by Raja Kahan Pal, his origin and annexation of rule from the Panjasasis (a ruling tribe from Punjab). The chronology of important Rajas from Raja Kahan Pal to Kirat Singh and economy of Kishtwar has been discussed in detail. The army of Kishtwar and the source of income to maintain the army has been discussed. The relations of Kishtwar with the neighbouring states like Kashmir, Jammu, Bhaderwah, Balor Basoli, Chamba, and the mighty Mughal rulers have been explained. It provides an insight how geographical, political, social and religious conditions played a vital role in the varying nature of relations of Kishtwar with these states. The work explains the factors which led to successful resistance by the Rajas of Kishtwar against the mighty Mughal emperors.

Author Biography

` (b. 1971) is presently, Principal, Government Degree College, RS Pura, Jammu J&K, UT. She completed her graduation, post-graduation and M.Phil. from University of Jammu, J&K, UT. She completed her Ph.D. from Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab. She was appointed as Assistant Professor, History in 1999 and Principal in Higher Education Department J&K, UT in 2020. Surendar Bhagat (b. 1962) is a retired Senior, JKAS Officer, J&K, UT. He has graduated from University of Jammu and did his P.G. in History from University of Jammu. He also served as Junior Engineer and later on joined as Revenue Officer in J&K Revenue Department.