Ram Pratap Singh (or Rampratap Singh) was the Rao Raja of Sikar from 1833 to until his death in 1850.
| Ram Pratap Singh | |
|---|---|
| Rao Raja of Sikar | |
| Reign | 1833 – 1850 |
| Predecessor | Lakshman Singh |
| Successor | Bhairon Singh |
| Regent | Rani Rathorji |
| Died | 1850 |
| House | Sikar |
| Dynasty | Shekhawat |
| Father | Lakshman Singh |
| Mother | Rani Rathorji |
Reign
editHe succeeded his father, Lakshman Singh, at the age of four in 1833.[1] Since he was a minor, his mother, Rani Rathorji, became regent and managed the administration of Sikar on his behalf.[1] His predecessor, Lakshman Singh, had given large estates to his three illegitimate children during his lifetime.[2] They originally possessed the forts of Fatehpur, Laxmangarh, and Ramgarh, which were later taken from them through much diplomacy in exchange for Singrawat, Nechpa, and fifty villages.[1] He requested Colonel J. Sutherland, who was the Agent to the Governor-General for the states of Rajputana, for their restoration to him.[2] The then Government of India found his request reasonable and helped him dispose of his illegitimate brothers and claim their estates.[3] He introduced many reforms.[4]
Death
editIn 1850 he died without any heirs and was succeeded by Bhairon Singh.[2][4]
References
edit- ^ a b c Sinh, Ranbir (2001). History of Shekhawats. Publication Scheme. p. 161. ISBN 978-81-86782-74-3.
- ^ a b c Agarwal, B. D. (1960). Rajasthan Distict Gazetteers Sikar. pp. 41–42.
- ^ R.K Gupta (2008). Studies In Indian History Rajasthan Through The Ages The Heritage Of Rajputs Set Of 4 Vols. by R.K. Gupta. pp. 127–128.
- ^ a b Jain, kesharlal Ajmera (1935). The Jaipur Album Or All About Jaipur. p. 50.