Tejasimha
Rawal of Mewar from 1252 to 1273
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Rawal Tejasimha, also known as Rawal Tej Singh, was a monarch of the Guhila dynasty who ruled from 1252 to 1273 after his father Jaitrasimha and before his son Samarsimha.[1] He married the Songara princess Rupadevi.[2]
| Tejasimha | |
|---|---|
| Rawal | |
| Rawal of Mewar | |
| Reign | 1252–1273 |
| Predecessor | Jaitrasimha |
| Successor | Rawal Samarsimha |
| Spouse | Rupadevi (born Songara) |
Struggle with Balban
He fought a battle with Visaldeo Baghela, the ruler of Gujarat. In this battle, Tejasimha lost. From 1253-1254, he fought with Ghiyas ud din Balban. In this battle, Balban had to retreat without any success. In 1255, Qutlug Khan revolted against Balban and sought refuge in Chittor, after which Balban invaded Mewar again and had to retreat.[1]
