Bhattiana

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Bhattiana is a tract of land lying in the region of the Indian states of Haryana and Punjab.

[edit] Origin of name

This geographical area derives its name from the clan of Bhatis, who are Rajputs. The Battiana territories, traditionally controlled by the Bhatis, covered a part of modern Haryana and Punjab, and extended up to Bikaner, Rajasthan.

[edit] History

The region was devastated during the (late-14th century) invasion of the north-western parts of the Indian subcontinent by Timur. Thereafter, the regions fell under the control of the different rulers, including the Mughals, and with the weakening of the Mughals, became a part of the British Raj from mid-19th century. Currently, these regions are the parts of the Republic of India.

This article incorporates text from the Encyclopædia Britannica Eleventh Edition, a publication now in the public domain.