Gondal State: A Tax Haven once upon a time

Maharaja Bhagvatsinhji of Gondal served as a ruler who brought forward progressive leadership while maintaining his status as a medical doctor and visionary king throughout Indian princely history.

The documentary video shows how Maharaja Bhagvatsinhji lived his life and what he accomplished during his time as ruler of Gondal State from 1869 until 1944. The Scottish-educated medical doctor received his medical training before becoming the only medical doctor who ruled Kathiawar during the British period. The best part is his medical degree from scotland brought him international recognition during the british colonial period.

the video presents a step-by-step guide.

maharaja bhagvatsinhji received his education while living his entire life.

his educational and healthcare and railway and public works progressive reforms initiatives

under his rule gondal received tax-free status which made it a tax-free state.

the architectural grandeur of navlakha mahal serves as a royal heritage symbol for the city of gondal.

the royal vintage car collection of gondal features rolls-royce and bentley automobiles which are part of its famous collection.

his work brought value to three fields which include literature and medicine and indian knowledge systems.

the video combines historical content with architectural elements and royal heritage to show a film-like presentation of a gujarat king who supported education and technological progress and community service before these values became widespread in india.

📍 the main attractions of this tour include gondal and navlakha mahal.
🏛️ the time period was british india together with the princely states of kathiawar.
🎥 style: historical documentary | indian royal history

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