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A prince and his palace have their price.

Authors :
Stauder, Monique
Source :
Christian Science Monitor. 1/14/99, Vol. 91 Issue 34, p12. 0p. 5 Color Photographs, 1 Map.
Publication Year :
1999

Abstract

Focuses on the role of the maharajah in modern India. Maharajah Gaj Singh II, who came to power in 1971; The amendment to India's Constitution that removed the princely privilege of the privy purse; How Singh turned the Umaid Bhawan Palace into a museum and hotel; The traditional role of the maharajah in feudal society compared to the role in the 1990s.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
08827729
Volume :
91
Issue :
34
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Christian Science Monitor
Publication Type :
News
Accession number :
1436570