The 500-year-old saga of courage, faith and valour of the Karamsot Rathores remains unparalleled.
Kesariya: An Ode to the Karamsot Rathores of Kheenvsar brings to life the extraordinary story of one of Marwar’s most distinguished Rajput lineages.
Descendants of the mighty Rashtrakuta kings—whose prowess once thundered across central and southern India—the Rathores became the very heart and soul of Marwar, their blood fortifying the towering walls of Mehrangarh.
In 1523 CE, Rao Karamsiji, the ninth son of the legendary Rathore king, Rao Jodha, founded the kingdom of Kheenvsar (Khimsar). Guided by a divine calling and a warrior’s resolve, he began the indelible legacy of the Karamsot Rathores. Spanning twenty-one generations, the Karamsots are among the world’s only Rajput dynasties with an unbroken line of descent.
Inside this book, you’ll find
⚔ The rise of the Rathores: Discover the roots of Marwar’s royal dynasty.
🏰 A royal legacy: Journey through 21 generations of courage, loyalty and unbroken lineage.
📜 Untold histories: Unearth rare stories from handwritten Rajput archives and oral traditions of Rajasthan.
🌹 Rajput pride and honour: A tribute to valour, sacrifice and the timeless spirit of Rajputana.
✨ A woman’s chronicle: Authored by a 20th-generation descendant, blending authenticity, empathy and cultural depth.
Why this story matters
• A one-of-a-kind Rajput history chronicling a royal dynasty from within the house of Kheenvsar.
• A blend of historical biography, heritage storytelling and cultural preservation.
• A must-read for history enthusiasts, heritage lovers and readers of Indian royal chronicles.
• Captures the spirit of Rajasthan—its forts, faith and fiercely independent people.
A living legacy of valour
Fearless, loyal and formidable on the battlefield, and committed, compelling and unyielding at the negotiating table, the Karamsot dynasty of Kheenvsar has not only been a defining force in Marwar’s glorious history but also stands as a living testament to Rajput pride and honour.
Drawn from rare, handwritten family archives, Kesariya is the first-ever chronicle to emerge from within the house of Kheenvsar. Through meticulous research and powerful storytelling, Urvashi Singh—a descendant of this proud lineage—immortalizes the heroes of Kheenvsar and their enduring legacy that continues to inspire.
A chronicle of heritage and heart
Kesariya is more than a historical account: it is an ode to identity, lineage and belonging. By bridging centuries of Rajput tradition with the present, it revives the forgotten voices of Marwar and preserves their spirit for generations to come.
For lovers of history, heritage and storytelling, this book stands as a reminder that courage, once kindled, never truly fades. It continues to burn bright in every descendant who carries the name, the memory and the pride of Rajputana.
Born and brought up in Marwar, Urvashi Singh is the twentieth-generation descendant of Rao Karamsiji, the fifteenth-century founder of Kheenvsar (Khimsar). She received her education at Mayo College Girls’ School, Ajmer. A Political Science graduate from Lady Shri Ram College (LSR), University of Delhi, Urvashi went on to complete her Master’s in Gender, Media and Culture at the London School of Economics and Political Science.
She founded her publication, Rajputana Collective, in 2017 and currently runs her own resort in the Himalayas. A photographer, entrepreneur and autoimmune philanthropist, she resides in Manali with her homegrown community, a motorcycle and three mischievous yet adorable dogs.
