Secondary sourceArtifact8th-9th century, rebuilt later
Eklingji Temple
Gurjara Pratihara Emperors; later rebuilt by Mewar rulers · 8th-9th century, rebuilt later
A Hindu temple complex near Udaipur sacred to the deity whose regents the Mewar rulers, including Pratap Singh, claimed to be.
As Maharana, Pratap Singh ruled as regent of this temple's deity, the religious basis of his kingship.
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What it is
Eklingji is a Hindu temple complex in Udaipur District, Rajasthan, built originally in the 8th or 9th century and rebuilt and expanded by later Mewar rulers including Hamir Singh and Rana Kumbha. It is considered the ruling deity (Kula devata) of the Mewar princely state.
Why it matters
The Maharanas of Mewar, including Pratap Singh, ruled as regents (diwans) of the god Eklingji rather than as independent sovereigns in their own right. This temple shows the religious foundation of Sisodia kingship: rulers like Rana Kumbha described themselves as
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