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Sawai is a title of honor used in the Indian subcontinent, the word having its root in Sanskrit language.

Sawai literally means a quarter over one (1+1/4) in strength and / or intelligence.[1] In other words, it means – one and a quarter of an average man in worth.[2][3]

Holders of Sawai title

References

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  2. ^ a b Talwar, Prakash (2006). Untitled by Prakash Talwar. p. 49. ISBN 9788182053304.
  3. ^ Social Sci. (History) 7 (Rev.) By Consulting Editor - KV Nandini Reddy. p. 97. ISBN 9788183322966.
  4. ^ Thorpe, Showick Thorpe Edgar (1 January 2009). The Pearson General Studies Manual 2009, 1/e. Pearson Education India. ISBN 9788131721339.
  5. ^ Sarkar, Jadunath (1984, reprint 1994) A History of Jaipur, New Delhi: Orient Longman, ISBN 81-250-0333-9, p.171
  6. ^ Bharatpur Upto 1826: A Social and Political History of the Jats by Ram Pande
  7. ^ "AJAIGARH". members.iinet.net.au. Retrieved 7 May 2016.
  8. ^ Singh, Dhananjaya. The House of Marwar. p. 77.
  9. ^ "ORCHHA". members.iinet.net.au. Retrieved 7 May 2016.