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MPPSC 2023: Exam Date, List of Exams, Eligibility Criteria, Qualification » MPPSC Study Materials » History » Hyderabad Empire

Hyderabad Empire

The Hyderabad Empire in the South central Deccan region of India shows strategic changes in the ruling dynasty while the empire meadows in Miyapur shows the major activities as it is the most fertile region of Hyderabad.

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The Hyderabad Empire has been under the Maratha and Mughal ruling powers and typically controlled by the Nizam, which upon gradual changes showed the princely state under British rule. Hyderabad was a former princely state in south-central India, with its capital in Hyderabad. It was formed by Nizam al-Mulk (af Jh), who served as viceroy of the Deccan (peninsular India) under the Mughal emperors intermittently from 1713 to 1721 and then resumed the position in 1724 under the title of Jh. Following the demise of the Mughal Empire, the Maratha Empire rose in the Deccan region. From 1911 to 1948, the last Nizam of Hyderabad, Mir Osman Ali Khan, controlled the state. Following the reign of the British, he was given the title “Faithful Ally of the British Empire.” The gradual changes in the modernisation of this state showed changing residential planning, solar usage and standardised social structure.

What is the Hyderabad Empire?

The Hyderabad empire shows the dynamics of different ruling dynasty which started from Mauryan empire by King Asoka, lead to British empire through the transgression of Chalukya dynasty (624–1075), Kakatiya dynasty (1158–1321), Khilji dynasty (1290–1320), Tughlaq dynasty (1320–1414), Musunuri Nayaks (1336–1365), Bahmani Sultanate (1347–1527), Qutb Shahi dynasty (1518–1687), Mughal Empire (1526–1857), Asaf Jahi dynasty (1724–1948) and Republic of India (1948-till date). The application of different ruling parties and rapid succession by Maratha and British powers showed the cultural diversity of the empire. Post-independence situation of Hyderabad involved the implementation of Constituent Assembly implicating that it has been included as a separate state within the Union. 

What are empire meadows, Miyapur Hyderabad?

Philip Meadows Taylor piqued European interest in Deccan history with his books. A look at the life of the Britisher who lingered in Hyderabad as a devoted friend showed that Hyderabad had been a good partner of British rulers in the modern history of India. 

Miyapur, a large village near Hyderabad, ties much of its historical history to Hyderabad’s history. This territory was ruled by the Chalukyas, Kakatiyas, Bahmanis, Qutb Shahis, Mughals, and Asaf Jahis. It was frequently referred to as a branch of Bachupally village.

Miyapur is now part of the Ranga Reddy (RR) district, formerly known as ‘Hyderabad (Rural)’ district, which was formed on 15 August 1978 by carving out and deleting the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad, as well as a few surrounding urban settlements that formed the urban core, of the erstwhile district of Hyderabad in the erstwhile Indian state of Hyderabad, and renamed Ranga Reddy district after the Late Sri K. V. Rang

Solar Empire Hyderabad

During the 3rd and 4th century CE, the Ikshvaku dynasty or solar empire flourished in India’s eastern Krishna River valley, with its capital at Vijayapuri (modern Nagarjunakonda in Andhra Pradesh). To separate themselves from their mythological namesakes, the Ikshvakus are also known as the Andhra Ikshvakus or the Ikshvakus of Vijayapuri.

The Ikshvaku monarchs were Shaivites who practised Vedic ceremonies, but Buddhism thrived throughout their reign as well. The Buddhist monuments at present-day Nagarjunakonda were built with the help of several Ikshvaku queens and princes.. 

  • Following the Satavahanas’ fall, the dynasty’s founder Vasishtha Putra Chamtamula rose to power. The Rentala and Kesanapalli inscriptions attest to his existence. “Siri Ctamla,” according to the Rentala inscription from his 5th regnal year.

  • An inscription dated to his 24th regnal year attests to the fact that Matahari-putra Vira-purusha-datta ruled for at least 24 years. He married several times, including three of his paternal aunts’ daughters (Chamtasri and Hammasri).

  • Inscriptions from the regnal years 2, 8, 9, 11, 13, 16, and 24 confirm that Vashishti-putra Ehuvala Chamtamula ruled for at least 24 years. During his rule, the Ikshvaku kingdom reached its pinnacle.

  • Two inscriptions attest to Vashishti-putra Rudra-purusha-datta.

Conclusion

From the discussion, it can be concluded that the empire of Hyderabad is controlled and practices with the strategic choices considering its progress from the ancient history to the present day. The transgression of the ruling dynasty and focus on the growth with developmental facilities showed that the society is always working for the advancement. On the other hand, the Empire meadows and Empire solar systems highlighted that the state is working towards modernisation.

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Ans. Hyderabad is a city in Telangana, India’s south-central state. It is the largest and most populated city in Telangana, as well as the major metropolitan centre for the whole south-central heartland of India. Hyderabad was the capital of Andhra Pradesh from 1956 to 2014, however after Telangana was created from Andhra Pradesh in 2014, it was renamed as the capital of both states.

Ans. The ruling of Hyderabad has been a series of changes from ancient history to the modern condition of India that reflected on the changing perception, culture and practices implemented to ensure social development. From the Mauryan Empire till the post-Independence condition, the autonomy of Hyderabad has been shifted from the dynasty’s preferences. The City Empire currently has focused on the modernisation of the state and city, which is reflected in the development as well as progress with Empire meadows and Solar Empire.

Ans. Empire Meadows has been a part of the state development for Hyderabad. The application of innovative technology and feasible resources has helped this project to be successful in the state. The comfortable facilities, feasible location and opportunities available in this project helped in modernisation of Hyderabad.

Ans. Solar empire has been a critical part of Hyderabad city development that focused on renewable energy sources to promote energy saving in the city. The new technology based solar energy resources have helped Hyderabad city to flourish with the technical support from Solar power. The benefits and development have been a part of Empire solar.

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