[2]: 68–9 Epigraphical discoveries have brought to light two ancient royal houses, who call themselves as Aulikaras and ruled from Dashapura (present-day Mandsaur).

The first dynasty, who ruled from Dashapura from the beginning comprised the following kings in the order of succession: Jayavarma, Simhavarma, Naravarma, Vishvavarma and Bandhuvarma.

The Risthal stone slab inscription discovered in 1983 has brought to light another Aulikara dynasty, which comprised the following kings in the order of succession: Drumavardhana, Jayavardhana Ajitavardhana, Vibhishanavardhana, Rajyavardhana and Prakashadharma.

[3] Sondani (सोंधनी) is a small village at a distance of about 4 km from Mandsaur situated on Mahu-Nimach Highway towards Mahu.

In a part of the inscription Yasodharman praises himself for having defeated king Mihirakula:[4] "He (Yasodharman) to whose two feet respect was paid, with complimentary presents of the flowers from the lock of hair on the top of (his) head, by even that (famous) king Mihirakula, whose forehead was pained through being bent low down by the strength of (his) arm in (the act of compelling) obeisance"The Gurjara Pratihara empire was extended up to Mandasor during the reign of Mahendrapala II.

In February 1732, the Marathas completely surrounded Jai Singh with their enormous cavalry and started cutting of his supplies.

The Jaipur Raja was forced to sue for peace, he offered the Marathas six lakhs, but Holkar refused and demanded more.

[8] Jai Singh was forced to give six lakhs to Holkar and allow him to collect chauth from 28 pargana's in Malwa.

[8] The Maratha victory at the Battle of Mandsaur[9] had the following consequences: Scindias and Holkars were emboldened to renew their attack on Rajputana.

This unique blend is evident in local festivals, music, and crafts, reflecting vibrant Rajasthani customs while integrating regional nuances.