2021-08-31 Tue

Have you heard or learned about a Princely State which was also called Tribal-State? Yes, the State of Devgarh Baria was called a Tribal-state. The state of Baria was surrounded and protected due to its unique geographical location suited into the tribal section, near Panam River. It was established in 1782 by the King Vatai Rawar’s younger son who belong to the lineage of Chauhans.

This Copper Paisa’s obverse side depicts a flower design in the centre which is surrounded by a legend ‘Raj Dev...ga...ba'( Raj Devgrah Baria). The reverse side of the coins also depicts a floral design and jhar. This coin is unpublished with a very fine condition and the coin is very rare.

King's of Baria never gave any monetary compensation to Muslims or Maratha rulers. Internal state affairs of this state were performed independently. Under British rule, these kings joined Imperial Cadet Crops and held the title of ‘Knight Commander of India'.

The State of Baria joined the newly formed Indian union after 1947 and later surfaced as a part of the state of Gujarat.
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