👉 Maharaja, also known as a princely state or kingdom in India, is a type of government system where a single ruler governs an empire, often with extensive autonomy and significant powers over its subjects. The concept originated from ancient India and was later adopted by European powers during the time of the British Raj. In the context of modern times, maharajas are often referred to as "princely states" or "kingdoms", which are administrative units that exist within a single
