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Mohandevji
Maharana of Dharampur from 1891 to 1921 From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Mohandevji Narandevji was the Maharana of Dharampur from 1891 until his death in 1921.
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Birth
He was born on 9 June 1863 to Narandevji.[1]
Education
He was educated at Rajkumar College, Rajkot.[2]
Reign
He became the Maharana of Dharampur with full powers on 7 August 1891 following his father's death.[1][3] He took great interest in educating his subjects and established many schools across various parts of Dharampur.[4] He introduced free primary and high school education in his state and provided scholarships for deserving students to pursue college and advanced studies.[4] He was well-known as a man of charitable disposition.[4] He commissioned many temples and contributed substantial amounts to deserving philanthropic causes.[4]
Delhi durbar
He attended the Delhi durbar of 1911.[5] After the State entry of the sultan of Lahej, the sultan of Shihr and Mukalla, and the Fadhli sultan in Delhi, he arrived in a carriage accompanied by a band, a police detachment, and his paraphernalia.[6] There was also a small escort on horseback and a second carriage carrying his principal officials.[6] He paid homage to George V while dressed in white silk with gold embroidery, ornate decorations, and a yellow turban.[6] He received the Delhi Durbar Medal in gold.[6]
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Death
He died on 26 March 1921 and was succeeded by his son Vijayadevji.[7]
References
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