Prithviraj Chauhan was born in 1168 CE in Ajmer, Rajasthan, India, and belonged to the Chauhan dynasty, which held power in the region.
He ascended to the throne at the age of 13 after the death of his father, Someshvara Chauhan. Despite his young age, Prithviraj displayed remarkable leadership skills and intelligence.
Prithviraj Chauhan was known for his exceptional archery skills and was considered a master of the bow and arrow.
He had a close friendship with Chand Bardai, a renowned poet and musician. Bardai composed the epic poem "Prithviraj Raso" which chronicled the life and adventures of Prithviraj Chauhan.
Prithviraj Chauhan is famous for his rivalry with Muhammad Ghori, the Turkish invader who sought to conquer northern India.
The First Battle of Tarain took place in 1191 when Prithviraj Chauhan defeated Muhammad Ghori. However, he showed generosity by allowing Ghori to return to his territory.
In the Second Battle of Tarain in 1192, Prithviraj Chauhan was defeated and captured by Muhammad Ghori.
According to legends, he was blinded and forced to showcase his archery skills, ultimately taking his revenge by killing Ghori with a concealed arrow.
Prithviraj Chauhan's legacy as a valiant king and his resistance against foreign invasions inspired subsequent generations of Rajputs and became a symbol of Rajput valor and heroism.
The tale of Prithviraj Chauhan and his love for Princess Samyukta of Kannauj is an integral part of his legend.