A map in the NCERT Class 8 textbook shows Jaisalmer as part of the Maratha Empire in 1759. Historians and Jaisalmer’s former royals say this is factually incorrect.

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• NCERT map shows Jaisalmer under Maratha Empire in 1759
• Historians confirm Jaisalmer was never ruled or taxed by Marathas
• Maratha expansion in Rajasthan focused on Jaipur, Jodhpur—not Jaisalmer or Bikaner
• Tribute system common, but no records show Jaisalmer paid Maratha chauth or sardeshmukhi
• Maratha control often symbolic; actual authority varied by region
• NCERT used old sources but missed “approximate border” disclaimer in Class 8 version
• Experts suggest clearer maps with shades for direct rule, tribute, influence
• Historians stress Maratha power was regional, not pan-Indian nationalist
• Royal family of Jaisalmer rejects textbook claim as historically unfounded
• NCERT may revise map to reflect accurate territorial boundaries