Rajasthani Costumes and jewellery

Costumes of Rajasthan can basically be classified as Paridhan,which is a lower garment and achhadan which is an upper garment.Pag as an headgear is a symbol of noble and still practiced as an integral part of rajasthani culture. Various Traditional Dresses are:- Potia Dhoti Bandha Angrakhi Bugatari Pachewara Khol Dabla Lahariya Chera Chundari Ekdali Tikunti … Read more

Rajasthani Literature

  Rajasthani literature written in various genres starting from 1000 AD. But, it is generally agreed that modern Rajasthani literature began with the works of Surajmal Misrana.His most important works are the Vansa Bhaskara and the Vir Satsai. The Vans Bhaskar contains accounts of the Rajput princes who ruled in what was then Rajputana The … Read more

Rajasthani Languages

  Evolution of rajasthani languages from Shaurseni Prakrit Saureni Prakrit is then developed into:- Gurjar in western region Shaurseni in eastern region (Apram bhasha)   Gurjar- Maru Gurjar or old Rajasthani its common language of Rajasthan and Gujrat 1st work was Bhrateshwar Bahubali Ghor by Vajrasensuri in 1168 ad In 15th century it evolved to … Read more

Rajasthan : Folk Music of Rajasthan for RAS (RTS) Prelims Examination

Rajasthan has a diverse collection of musician castes, including langas, sapera, bhopa, jogi and Manganiar. There are two traditional classes of musicians: the Langas, who stuck mostly exclusively to Muslim audiences and styles, and the Manganiars, who had a more liberal approach. Manganiar are professional hereditary caste musicians. They mostly live in Jaisalmer and Barmer … Read more

Rajasthan : Folk Dances of Rajasthan for RAS (RTS) Prelims Examination

Ghoomar Dance Kachi Ghori Dance Gair Dance Panihari Dance Sekhawati’s Geendada Dance Chang Dance Dandiya Dance Dhol Dance Bum Dance Tera Taali Dance Chari Dance   Folk Dances of Nomadic Tribe:- Kalbeliya Dance Shankaria Dance Panihari Dance Idoni Dance Sankhiyas Dance Banjara Dance Bagariya Dance Bhawai Dance , Rajasthani folk dances are a vibrant and colorful part of the state’s culture. They are performed at weddings, festivals, and other special occasions. Rajasthani folk … Read more

Rajasthan : Tribal Communities of Rajasthan for RAS (RTS) Prelims Examination

Tribes of Rajasthan constitute 12% of the total Population. The main tribal communities of Rajasthan are Bhil tribe and Meena tribe. The major concentration of these tribes of Rajasthan is found mainly in the foothill of Vindhya, Aravalli mountain ranges. Each and every tribes of Rajasthan have contributed with their unique customs and rituals, thereby … Read more

Rajasthan : Costumes and jewellery for RAS(RTS) Prelims Examination

Costumes of Rajasthan can basically be classified as Paridhan,which is a lower garment and achhadan which is an upper garment.Pag as an headgear is a symbol of noble and still practiced as an integral part of rajasthani culture. Various Traditional Dresses are:- Potia Dhoti Bandha Angrakhi Bugatari Pachewara Khol Dabla Lahariya Chera Chundari Ekdali Tikunti … Read more

Rajasthani Languages and Literature – for Ras RTS exam

[su_heading]Rajasthani Languages[/su_heading] Evolution of rajasthani languages from Shaurseni Prakrit Saureni Prakrit is then developed into:- Gurjar in western region Shaurseni in eastern region (Apram bhasha) Gurjar- Maru Gurjar or old Rajasthani its common language of Rajasthan and Gujrat 1st work was Bhrateshwar Bahubali Ghor by Vajrasensuri in 1168 ad In 15th century it evolved to … Read more

Important Works of Rajasthani literature

su_heading]Rajasthani Languages[/su_heading] Evolution of rajasthani languages from Shaurseni Prakrit Saureni Prakrit is then developed into:- Gurjar in western region Shaurseni in eastern region (Apram bhasha) Gurjar- Maru Gurjar or old Rajasthani its common language of Rajasthan and Gujrat 1st work was Bhrateshwar Bahubali Ghor by Vajrasensuri in 1168 ad In 15th century it evolved to … Read more

Kalbelia

The Serpent’s Song: Exploring the Kalbelia Dance and its Cultural Significance The Kalbelia dance, a mesmerizing and captivating performance steeped in tradition, is a testament to the rich cultural tapestry of Rajasthan, India. This dance, performed by the Kalbelia community, is more than just a form of entertainment; it’s a vibrant expression of their history, … Read more