The Rajput Era of Northern India constitutes an era of great significance within Indian History, specifically entering into the period of Early Medieval to Late Medieval India from approximately the 7th to the 12th Century AD. For those preparing for competitive examinations (including SSC, UPSC, JKSSB, Banking and all other), the Rajput period is one of the most critical areas of focus regarding the History of Early Medieval India and understanding the fragmentation that occurred during this time and the feudal system of governance that developed, as well as the precursor to subsequent invasions into the area of medieval India.