An Indian Potentate is a ruler or leader of a region in India. The term is used to describe four different titles: Raja (4 letters), Rajah (5 letters), Sirdar (6 letters), and Maharajah (9 letters). Raja is the most common title, and is used to refer to a prince or king. Rajah is a more specific title, referring to a prince or chief of a small state. Sirdar is a title given to a military commander or leader of a group of people. Maharajah is the highest title, and is used to refer to a great king or emperor.