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Rana Uday Singh
Early Life and Background:
- Birth and Parentage: Born on August 4, 1522 AD, son of Rana Sanga of Mewar.
- Childhood: Born posthumously; mother Karnavati made Humayun her Rakhi brother.
- Protection: Protected by nurse Panna Dhay from threats by Balbir; lived under various shelters.
Ascension and Rule:
- Rana of Mewar: Became Rana in 1537 AD.
- Akbar’s Attacks: Faced attacks by Akbar; Chittor was destroyed.
- New Capital: Established Udaipur after Chittor’s fall.
Establishing Udaipur:
- Flood Control: Built Udai Sagar lake by controlling river floods.
- New Capital: Founded Udaipur as the new capital of Mewar.
Challenges and Confrontations:
- Confrontation with Akbar:
- First Attack (1566): Successfully repelled Akbar’s first attack.
- Second Attack (1567): Failed defence; strategically retreated with the fort’s treasury.
- Treasury Escape: Demonstrated intelligence and bravery by safeguarding the fort’s treasury.
Family and Succession:
- Queens and Children: Had 24 sons from seven queens; youngest son Jagmal favoured.
- Succession Issues: State courtiers opposed Jagmal’s succession due to incompetence.
Final Years and Death:
- Death: Died on February 28, 1572 AD at age 42.
- Aftermath: Courtiers replaced Jagmal with Maharana Pratap as the ruler of Mewar.
Historical Reputation:
- Portrayal in History: Mixed reputation; some view him as a strategic ruler, others as a luxurious and cowardly ruler.
- Maharana Pratap’s Rise: Seen as overshadowing his father, reflecting strained relations.