Ishwari Singh

Ishwari Singhji (8 March 1893 - 23 April 1945) was the 27th ruler of the princely state of Bundi belonging to Hada Chauhan clan of Rajputs.[1][2][3]

He was ruler of Bundi from 1927, when he ascended the throne upon death of Raghubir Singh and ruled till his death in 1945.[2][4] He was nephew of deceased ruler Raghubir Singh and ascended throne upon his death on 8 August 1927 and was invested with full ruling powers a month later on 26 September 1927.[1] He served as Aide-de-Camp (Honorary) to King George VI in 1945.[1][2]

He was succeeded by his adopted son Bahadur Singh upon his death in 1945.[2]

Title, styels and honors

Major Maharao Raja Shri Sir Ishwari Singhji Bahadur, GCIE,

References

  1. 1 2 3 Indian Princely Medals: A Record of the Orders, Decorations, and Medals of ... By Tony McClenaghan pp :108, 1996
  2. 1 2 3 4 Bundi State
  3. ↑ Indian States: A Biographical, Historical, and Administrative Survey edited by Arnold Wright pp:157-163
  4. ↑ Coins of the World: Central Asia edited by George S. Cuhaj, Thomas Michael
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