Bhunu vs Jaswant Singh of Jodhpur

Bhunu became king of Swaziland at age 13 after the death of his father Mbandzeni. His reign began during a period of increasing European colonial pressure on Swazi sovereignty.

Bhunu granted extensive land and mineral concessions to European settlers, including the British and Boers. These concessions eroded Swazi territorial control and led to the establishment of a colonial administration.

Bhunu accepted British protection over Swaziland, making it a protectorate under the British South Africa Company. This ended Swazi independence and placed the kingdom under colonial rule.

Bhunu died suddenly at age 23, leaving an infant son Sobhuza II as heir. This created a power vacuum that led to Queen Regent Labotsibeni Mdluli assuming control during the colonial period.

Jaswant Singh commanded the Rajput contingent for the Mughal prince Dara Shikoh against Aurangzeb at Dharmat. Aurangzeb's forces won, leading to Dara's downfall and Jaswant's temporary disgrace.

Jaswant Singh fought for Aurangzeb against Dara Shikoh at Khajwa. His support helped Aurangzeb secure victory, and he was rewarded with the governorship of Gujarat.

Jaswant Singh served as governor of Gujarat under Aurangzeb. He administered the province effectively but faced conflicts with Mughal officials, leading to his recall.

Jaswant Singh died while leading a Mughal campaign against the Afghans at Jamrud. His death left Marwar without a strong ruler, leading to a succession crisis and Mughal intervention.