Feudal Character of Jammu and Kashmir under Dogra Rule
Romana Aslam Wani1, Dr. Seema Parihar2*
Abstract
The Kashmir valley is often described as India’s crown treasure. It was ruled by a number of other groups before the arrival of Dogras. These were Mughals, Afghans and Sikhs, and all of whom had a significant influence on Jammu and Kashmir. However, Dogra era is regarded as the pinnacle of social modernity.
The union territory of Jammu and Kashmir with its current limits was established by Maharaja Gulab Singh through an agreement which was signed by Maharaja with East India Company at Amritsar on 16th of March 1846. This is prominently known as the treaty of Amritsar. By this settlement Kashmir was given to Gulab Singh for money installment of 75 lakh of rupees. A similar agreement perceived Gulab Singh as the maharaja of the Jammu and Kashmir. Along these lines was established the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
Keywords:
Dogra, treasure, society, condition, Kashmir
