Pratap Singh, popularly known as the Maharana Pratap, was the 13th Maharana of Mewar known for his valiant and spirited defence against the Mughal Empire.
He was one of the bravest Rajput rulers of India, who ruled Mewar in Rajasthan for 35 years.
While other Rajput rulers accepted the supremacy of Akbar, he was one of the few rulers in Indian history who stood firm against the mighty Mughal Empire.
Maharana Pratap is known for his spirited defence agains Mughal expansionism, remaining a thorn on its side until his death
Maharan Pratap died of injuries sustained in a hunting accident, at Chavand on 19 January 1597, aged 56.
He was succeeded by his eldest son, Amar Singh I. On his death bed, Maharana Pratap told his son never to submit to the Mughals and to win chittor back.
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