History

Monarchy has existed since the advent of civilizations. It is one of the oldest forms of governance in which an individual is chosen from a group of people to lead and rule. Most often it is hereditary whereas it can sometimes differ in a way in which an eligible candidate is chosen based on their worth or merit. In India, both forms have existed and thus monarchy in the Indian subcontinent contrasts with monarchy seen in other foreign countries. The process of choosing an able ruler also varies in the way on who chooses one. In many cases, the responsibility is given to an important advisor who is a visionary and an able teacher whereas in other cases, the people of the specific region are involved in planning and decide among themselves on who would lead them. Indian monarchs have made a mark on Indian history but most of them are male. Female presence is not seen in many cases and if they had been prominent in those days, their achievements have not been highlighted. In the recent y...