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Indian title & surname From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Barhath (Devnagari: बारहठ; IAST: Bārahaṭha) (spelled variously as Barhat, Bareth) is an honorific title of the Charans.[1] The title was given to prominent Charans who displayed bravery in war and occupied significant positions in the royal courts in medieval India. It is used as a surname by Charans of Rohadia clan as well as other clans such as Sauda.[2][3][4]
Barhath is derived from "Dvar-pati" or "Dvar-hath". It translates as 'Guardian of the Gate'.[5]
The title 'Barhath' is a synonym of the older term 'Prolpat' or 'Paulpat' which also means 'Guardian of the Gate'. They were described as 'the guardians of Rajput codes of conduct whose poetry and history defined valour, loyalty, and honour'.[6] They oversaw the defense and safety of their Rajput rulers: under siege, they would be the first line of defense at the gate of the fort.[7][8]
Barhath, a title given to trusted Carans who, during times of siege, stood at the main gates (paul) of forts and were the first to fight and give their lives in its defense.[9]
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