The Guhil were the founders of the statehood of Mewar in the 6 th century CE. Bappa Rawal improvised the dynasty not only militarily but also spiritually.After the subsidence of the Rawal offspring in 1303, A Sisodia, Rana Hammir Singh reprised Mewar. The Guhilas and Sisodia rule also had a vital impact upon the political-cultural heritage of Rajasthan.

About Guhil Dynasty of Mewar

• Guhil dynasty of Mewar of Guhilots is among the oldest Rajput families in India. It started in the 6th century CE and led later to the Sisodia Rajput who became major forces in defending the sovereignty of Mewar.

Origin of the Guhil

• Masters of the state of Guhil, are considered to have moved out of Kashmir through Gujarat where they reached Medapata (the present Mewar in Rajasthan).
• Their first ancestor known was Guhadatta.
• Originally they were territories of the Gurjara-Pratihara Empire as its vassals during the 8th10th centuries.

Uprise of Bappa Rawal

• Bhappa Rawal also known as Kalabhoja slept about 728 753 CE.
  • Conquering Arab invaders
  • Capturing Chittorgarh
  • The formation of the state of Mewar
  • Is regarded as the founder of the sovereignty of Mewar.

Military Operations and Political Developments

• The Guhilas obtained independence by the 10th century.
• Notable governors: Bharttripatta II and Allata.
• Capitals: Nagahrada (Nagda) then transferred to Ahar.
• Engaged in conflicts with:
  • Paramaras
  • Chahamanas
  • Chalukyas
  • Vaghelas
  • Delhi Sultanate

Battle and declines

• Jaitrasimha (1213-1252 CE) fought against Sultan Iltutmish.
• In 1303 CE Alauddin defeated Ratnasimha, the last Rawal of the senior branch, during the Siege of Chittorgarh.
• The loss saw the termination of the senior Rawal branch.

Emergence of Sisodia Dynasty

• The 12 th century saw the division of the dynasty into:
  • Rawal branch -located in Chittorgarh
  • Rana family based at Sisoda was founded by Rahapa Rana
• Founding of Sisodia dynasty In 1326 CE, Rana Hammir Singh had ascended to power and thus reestablished the independence of Mewar.

Key Ruler

Sisodia Heroic Traditions

• Sisodias are Chattari Rajput who are descendants of Suryavansh, Lord Rama.
• Renowned in maintaining values of honor, resistance and sacrifice.
• Followed the sun as a king symbol.

Jauhar of Chittor- 1303

• It was under siege during the attack of Chittorgarh by Alauddin Khilji:
• Ratnasimha and Rajput men waged a battle.
• Jauhar was done by Rani Padmini and other women.
• Heirs of the Royal were spared, and dynasties continued.

Religious and Cultural Heritage

• With Sisodias and Guhilas, people favored temple construction and exploited Hinduism.
• Enshrined Vaishnavism and safeguarded Hindu culture under the foreign rule.

Conclusion 

Based on the origin that the Guhil dynasty of Mewar should be harkening back into the 6 th century, it established the framework of one of the strongest and most culturally advanced Rajput states in India. During the reign of some of the renowned rulers of the land including Bappa Rawal, the dynasty claimed supremacy and protected its territory against external invasion. House traditions were also continued by the Sisodia line who became one of the most influential guides of the Rajput respect, the Hindu way of life and regional self-rule, particularly in the medieval times. The Guhilas and the Sisodias along with each other not only carved the political history of Rajasthan but also marked their identities as feats of valor, sacrifice, and undying resistance that made an indelible mark in the history of India